Viraj Mithani
Viraj Mithani

Our latest Viewing Room, dedicated to the dynamic and thought-provoking works of Viraj Mithani. An interdisciplinary artist and educator, Mithani's creative practice navigates the intricate intersections of abstraction and representation, tradition and innovation, the personal and the universal.

About the Artist

  • Born: 1994
  • Hometown: Mumbai, India
  • Currently Based: United States

Viraj Mithani's works delve into his personal experiences and cultural heritage, challenging conventional storytelling by combining disparate narratives to create new mythologies. As a co-leader of the Carpe Art group, Mithani actively promotes contemporary Indian art through strategies that foster accessibility and public engagement. During the pandemic, his initiative Carpe Art Supports provided crucial financial aid and visibility for local artists, reflecting his commitment to the broader art community.

  • Featured Artwork

    Frugal Dreams of East (Variation 1)
    Dimensions: W 3.9 ft x H 5 ft Medium: Acrylic painting translated into intricate hand embroidery (aari and zardozi) Frugal...

    Frugal Dreams of East (Variation 1), W 3.9 ft X H 5 ft (Embroidered)

    • Dimensions: W 3.9 ft x H 5 ft
    • Medium: Acrylic painting translated into intricate hand embroidery (aari and zardozi)

    Frugal Dreams of East explores the delicate balance between cultural histories and individual expression. Mithani draws from the rich traditions of the Indian, South Asian, and East Asian subcontinents, interweaving various events into a tapestry of mythological storytelling. This piece exemplifies his ability to reinterpret traditional narratives through contemporary materials and methods.

     

    A Unique Translation

    Our collaboration with Mithani transforms his painting into a hand-embroidered masterpiece. Each brushstroke is meticulously replicated using aari and zardozi stitches, techniques rooted in India's storied embroidery traditions. By blending two or three colored yarns into a single thread, the artwork achieves seamless shading, vibrant hues, and tactile depth, creating an interplay between the painted medium and the handcrafted.

  • The Artist's Perspective

     

    Mithani sees his work as a response to the dichotomies that define modern life—organic vs. technological, mundane vs. epic, and tradition vs. innovation. The embroidered iteration of Frugal Dreams of East amplifies these themes, adding texture and dimension to his artistic narrative.

     

    Connect with Mithani's Vision

    This artwork and its translation into embroidery reflect our shared mission to celebrate craftsmanship and push the boundaries of artistic mediums. Explore the intricate details of this piece and immerse yourself in the layered storytelling of Viraj Mithani.

     

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