PaperAutograph
PaperAutograph by Viraj Mahida is an attempt to showcase her artistic endeavors.
Viraj is a world-renowned artist who uses paper as her main medium. She works with many techniques like Origami, Filigree, Acrylic, Tanjore, Watercolors, and Sketching. She holds a record in the India Book of Records and was named one of the Top Five Artists in the World at World Art Dubai 2017.
Viraj has trained with artists worldwide, including a blind Japanese Origami master who greatly influenced her. Her work ranges from small detailed pieces to large public displays like the Flag of Unity at The Arabian Centre Mall (UAE), a commissioned work for the Rajkot Collectorate, and an Origami caricature of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Now based in India, she continues to work on projects in Dubai. She also helps preserve Indian art as co-convenor of INTACH, Narmada Chapter.
Her art blends tradition, innovation, and global culture, turning paper into stories about strength, identity, and unity.
PaperAutograph is Viraj Mahida’s personal artistic signature—a reflection of her belief that art is not just a form of expression, but a powerful tool for connection and healing. Beyond aesthetics, she has applied her art in therapeutic settings, using it to support individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, bring comfort to the elderly, and engage with children on the autism spectrum. Through her work, she demonstrates how creativity can foster emotional well-being, stimulate memory, and create moments of joy for those who need it most.
