William Zorach (1887–1966) was an American sculptor, painter, and printmaker whose career helped bridge European modernism and the development of modern American art. Born in Lithuania and raised in the United States, he studied at the Cleveland School of Art before moving to Paris in 1910, where he encountered the avant-garde movements that shaped his early work. After returning to America, Zorach became increasingly known for his wood and stone sculpture, embracing simplified forms and emphasizing the natural qualities of his materials. He exhibited widely and was an influential figure in American modernism, with his work represented in major museums and collections throughout the United States. Zorach also taught and wrote extensively about sculpture, most notably in his 1959 autobiography, Art Is My Life.