Urban Mountains
by Pinaki Nath
Urban expansion is a major driver of global climate change and warming. In South Asia, metropolitan cities are rapidly growing, swallowing nearby suburban areas and creating a sense of sameness despite cultural, geographic, and demographic differences. Starting from the banks of the Turag, I continued exploring strange-looking mountains—man-made mounds of varying colors, textures, and patterns in both India and Bangladesh. In this work, I examine the concept of the Anthropocene and the impact of overconsumption on humanity, questioning the ownership of these places that serve as urban catalysts. The man-made mountains I encountered are stark results of human overconsumption, consisting either of heaps of waste or materials used in constructing the concrete jungles surrounding our cities.
ABOUT THE CREATOR
Pinaki Nath is a visual storyteller based in Bengal, Kolkata, India. He found his connection with the camera at an early age, with his mother's small phone camera. His love for photography grew strong over time. He is studying for a Bachelor's degree in Photography at the Pathshala South Asian Media Institute. In 2020, he co-founded Cocoon Art Magazine, a platform that showcases diverse artistic expressions from India and Bangladesh. His works depict an alternative sense of reality within urban space.