about ovvian

A designer and artist who has been sculpting commissioned work since 2002. Her abstract expressionism is characterized with a freshness of themes using highly industrial materials such as bronze, brass, resins and steel. This practice results in a variety of artistic effects, ranging from elegant to rugged, while maintaining a consistency in fluidity, sense and balance.

Ovvian Castrillo uses a process of cut and weld constructivism pioneered by her father, Eduardo Castrillo. This distinct style and sculpting method has been honed through witnessing the artistry of her father whose 44 years as an artist includes a full body of public monuments and liturgical art found in many countries around the globe.

From design conceptualization to presentation, Ovvian Castrillo makes a pattern for the brass or iron sheets. These sheets are cut and welded to form shapes: from two dimensional to 3D, the form slowly assumes a discernible shape.

The artist uses many materials that include gage 14, 16 and 18 brass sheets, as well as gage 14, 16 and 18 black iron. Ovvian also uses wood, resin, bronze, wax and clay in various projects.

The artist is aided by a team of assistants and apprentices, comprised of artisans & craftsmen. The level of artistry and craftsmanship can accommodate delicate and detail oriented projects such jewelry, as well as monumental scale work, whether static or kinetic.