About

Michael Castillo
Born in Upland CA
Lives & works in Upland, CA
Self-taught artist based in California, known for his distinctive pencil art. His work merges the precision of realism with the fluidity of abstract forms, often incorporating a "Mandel twist" that adds a layer of intricate complexity to his compositions. Castillo's ability to weave narrative elements into his art has earned him recognition, with his pieces exploring deep, often personal themes.
Grants & Awards
​Exhibitions & Festivals
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3rd Street Gallery Pomona Ca
February 2025
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Downtown Art Gallery Chino Hills Community Center
February 2025- Current
Artist in the Alley
March 2025
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Left Coast Annual Juried Exhibition
April 2025 - May 2025
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Las Laguna -Online Exhibition Botanic and May Flowers -May 2025 ​
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San Bernardino Department of Behavioral Health - May 2025 - June 2025
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XzbtLife Sensory Overload - May 2025
Publications
Indie Soleil Magazine- 2017
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Artistonish Magazine ​
https://issuu.com/biafarinart/docs/artistonish - March_2025
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