Inspired by nature, Pitar seeks out geometric forms that ground his work and enable him to create harmonious compositions —a pursuit that began with origami but has since grown to include other forms. By simplifying complex shapes, he distills their essence and invites viewers to meditate on minimalism. Inspiration typically is sparked when he is captivated by a particular animal. “It might be the size, a unique behavior, or simply its appearance that draws me in. I immerse myself in learning as much as I can about the animal to truly capture its essence. I then create origami pieces to analyze its body composition and select the posture that best represents it”, the artist explains.

For his sculptures, he favors materials that possess a rugged elegance once shaped into forms. His pieces are made of black Lava rock from the Popocateptl volcano located north of Mexico City, white stone, pink stone, white stone and bronze. By melding his Mexican heritage with the adventurous ethos of Jackson Hole, which he now calls home, Pitar’s work embodies cultural convergence.

Born in Mexico City and trained as an architect and industrial designer, Pitar has traveled widely and courageously as an artist. Having recently moved to Jackson Hole, the artist feels transformed by the power of the Tetons and their immersive life experience. Rising to the challenge of working across borders, Pitar creates designs steeped in both alpine and urban influences. Pitar draws further inspiration from influential sculptors such as Isamu Noguchi, Eduardo Chillida, and Pedro Reyes, as well as architects Tadao Ando, Frank Lloyd Wright and Santiago Calatrava.