Whether it’s sprouting flowers for glasses or summoning bluebirds, Abi Castillo‘s playful characters reflect our inner selves, each other and the world around us.
“When I was little, they called me ‘Big Eyes’, a name I was proud to receive, because it is an inheritance from my paternal grandmother, whom I hardly knew, but who stood out for her big eyes and powerful gaze, Castillo (previously) says in a statement. “Carrying this legacy makes me aware of the importance of knowing where I come from and where I belong.”
Through stand-alone sculptures and functional objects, Castillo emphasizes the act of seeing. There are eyes everywhere, looking out at the viewer as a reminder to reflect on what the artist describes as “this short-lived, hectic and hostile life.” She adds: “Each of my characters is also a reflection of myself, of my connection with nature and of that little girl I still carry inside me…”
Castillo is looking forward to moving to a larger studio soon and is currently busy creating new sculptures, experimenting with different techniques to explore new shapes and sizes, such as jewelry. Find more about her websiteand stay informed Instagram.
