ABOUT
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he/him
Charles Castro
THE TANGIBLE
As a designer and visual artist, my main goal is to highlight the diverse nature of graphic design by blending my unique design approach and principles. I want to break free from traditional boundaries and offer a more comprehensive perspective on visual communication by combining formal techniques, emotional depth, and analog mediums often associated with fine arts. I aim to go beyond the usual by using precise formal techniques that not only enhance visual appeal but also emphasize the importance of methodological rigor in graphic design.
Adding emotional meaning to my designs is crucial, creating a connection that goes beyond aesthetics and resonates with viewers on a deeper level. Stepping away from a purely digital form of making, I’ve embraced analog mediums in my design work, opting for a hands-on, traditional approach that pays homage to timeless artistic methods.
By incorporating analog tools and techniques, I hope to dissolve boundaries between disciplines, encouraging a broader understanding of graphic design. In essence, my aim is to set a new standard for graphic design—one that goes beyond aesthetics to embrace a holistic and interdisciplinary approach. Through the intentional integration of design methodology, formal techniques, emotional resonance, and analog mediums, I hope to redefine the possibilities within the field and contribute to a more enriched and nuanced design landscape.
Risograph prints, set of 9, each 11 x 17 in.
Inkjet print on paper and vellum, 4⅛ × 7½ in.
Newsprint, fiberboard, various dimensions.
Printed poster, 40 × 60 in.