India, Feb. 7 -- Alex Davis is as adept at sculpture as he is at industrial design. And much of his work, regardless of the medium, pays homage to India's diverse topography. His work mirrors my own fascination with nature, memory, and identity.

Davis was born in Kerala, and has studied at the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad and the Domus Academy in Milan, Italy. But his unique approach of incorporating elements such as soil from various corners of India is similar to my interests in capturing the essence of a place - its history, texture, and soul. The way he transforms earthly materials into abstract shapes is powerful. It invites the viewer to experience the land not just visually, but emotionally.

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