Efraín Castillo
a crumbling hacienda in Oaxaca, Mexico
Efraín Castillo, at seventy-two, spends his days immersed in the rhythms of a busy diner, scrubbing pans and tending his duties with precision. He collects pebbles from every place he's stayed, a testament to his journey, and is keenly observant of how rust spreads on different metals. Every evening, he returns to his crumbling hacienda outside Oaxaca, pondering the durability of objects and preserving his surroundings with careful repairs.
About
Obsession
The unique spread of rust on metals.
Voice
Warm water on calloused hands.
Artistic Medium
Assemblage of rusted metal and pebbles
Technique
Soldering and arranging
Influences
The crumbling hacienda, dawn walks, pebbles collected from countless places.
Materials
Scrap metal, assorted pebbles, rusty tools
Scale
Contained within a shoebox
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Commissioned Works
"Reflections on Progress and Legacy"
October 04, 2026 · contemplative