Swarnava Mitra is an online educator specializing in mathematics and physics for international students. At 25, he embraced photography, leading to his first exhibition just four months later. His artistic journey is rooted in a passion for visual storytelling, influenced by the works of renowned photographers and cinematic legends like David Lean and Akira Kurosawa. Through studying composition and the exposure triangle, as well as the visual language of film, Swarnava's photography reflects a deep appreciation for both art forms. His early experiences with his father’s film camera laid the foundation for his creative exploration.