At the heart of Mitra's practice lies his profound belief that folding is fundamental to the universe – a concept he explores through his philosophy that the cosmos itself forms and dissolves through acts of folding. This spiritual dimension elevates his work beyond mere artistic expression into a realm of deeper significance.
His installation "The Sights and Sounds of the Cosmos" at the Lucca Biennale in Italy perfectly captures this cosmic vision. The large-scale work invites viewers to contemplate celestial movements through undulating paper forms that create a sensorial experience of the universe's rhythms.
Mitra's versatility is evident across diverse projects. "The Mandala of the Lake of Square Lotuses" at Jaipur's City Palace transforms traditional mandala concepts into three-dimensional forms, creating a meditative installation that honours India's spiritual traditions while pushing them into new dimensions.
Corporate commissions like "The Music of the Ocean" at Jaquar Headquarters (2021) demonstrate his ability to bring natural elements into built environments. This installation captures oceanic movements through precisely folded elements, creating an immersive experience that transforms a corporate space into a contemplative environment.
Mitra's collaborative spirit shines in works like "Fibonacci" for India Couture Week 2022, where he partnered with fashion designers Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna to create runway installations based on the mathematical sequence found throughout nature. Similarly, his "Arabica by the Arabian Sea" for Starbucks Reserve in Mumbai translates coffee culture into architectural folded elements.
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