Genie Castro
Genie Castro
Installation · Multimedia · Painting · Printmaking · Sculpture
Installation · Multimedia · Painting · Printmaking · Sculpture
I am an artist and printmaker, curator and director. I print in a freeform style utilizing the principles of abstract painting and the formality of traditional printmaking. I create large abstract paintings that are printed on paper through a traditional printing press. This print method is called monotype. I begin each painting by drawing with a lithography crayon onto a large Plexiglas plate. Through the process of mixing the colors of the inks, I create a rich color palette that inspires my artistic energy. The fragrance of the inks are invigorating and the fluidity is playful. I fill in the lines I have drawn with color. It is like a huge paint by number that I am in charge of making all the decisions. The painting evolves as I compose using palette knives, brushes and brayers to fill in the layers of colors. As I work, the painting flows quite rapidly stopping occasionally to make compositional decisions. When the artwork is complete the plate is placed on the bed of the press, a damped sheet of paper is placed on top of the plate, the felts are placed on top the paper. I then run the print through the printing press. Most recently, I have been printing more in my home studio and simulating the pressure of the printing press by running the plate and paper over with my vehicle. I like the results I am getting. My kitchen table serves as a silkscreening studio. I have been creating on a series of bra posters and wallpapering with them. I enjoy how these simple Bra Posters create community with those who are drawn to them and share their story. Art for me is about beginning a conversation. I am so thrilled to be part of the fantastic artists community at NEMAA and be in this ground breaking ART-A-WHIRL® Thank you to the many behind the scenes people who made this happen. I am proud to be a part of it and offer to you my screen prints, etchings and monotypes available during ART-A-WHIRL®. I enjoy what happens to my creative process when I am faced with stepping out of what is comfortable and exploring new ways for the creative process to happen. These really large monotype prints like the one featured in the film below, have given me freedom to create big. My driveway has turned into a playground for art and gratitude is in my heart for this amazing platform created by NEMAA as an ongoing gallery. Enjoy ART-A-WHIRL®2020!
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681 17th Ave NE
Studio 681 17th Ave. NE #119
Minneapolis, MN 55413
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Bazooka Bella
Famous artists come to mind and how they have impacted my vision as an artist. One of my favorite artists of all time is Kenny Scharf. I think of this piece as an abstraction on little pink Kenny Scharf pills. Enjoy Bazooka Bella and her personality bedside or in the TV room.
Monotype 2014
39″ x 26″
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Beast
Sometimes I am mad.
Monotype 2011
37″ x 23″
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Big Twist
I saw Big Twist and the Mellow Fellows in New York in the late 80’s. He began singing at the age of six at church. Man, when I saw him he could really belt it out. He died shortly after that. He was younger than me now. Life is short. Do what you want and listen to music.
Monotype set 2018
Big / Twist
40″ x 22″ / 40″ x 22″
Complimentary insured shipping in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing, carting and shipping. Installation services available at a rate for Minnesota/Wisconsin with safety guidelines.
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Blue Girl
Blue Girl
Oil Ink Monotype 2020
34″ x 43″
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Bra Print
The Secret Garden
#12
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Splash
#36
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Green Jeans
#35
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Sparkle Jeans
#38
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Aqua Girl
#37
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Love That Pink
#39
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Home Alone
#40
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
The Clash
# 41
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Carnation
#26
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Betty
#31
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Cool
#30
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Back in Black, yellow and Navy #13
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Of course these are outrageous! Batman colors
Silkscreen on poster paper
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Flirty
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Gold and Bold
#22
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
All of my favorite colors #18
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Summer #23
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Garden Prep
#12
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Opposites Attract!
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Golden Bras
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Multi Bras Rock!
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
It’s not Black and White.
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Twister #14
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Lost in Bras #19
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Denim & Lace
#34
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
80’s
#33
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Pretty
#25
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Boom Chicka
#32
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Lili
#29
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print
Spring Green
#27
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Bra Print Rainbow
Rainbow
4th
Silkscreen on poster paper
28″ x 22″
Shipped in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Bra papering services available at a rate.
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Candy Land
This candy colored monotype is super sweet. It’s a must have, sweet tooth or not.
Monotype 2019
23″ x 39″
Complimentary insured shipping in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement with purchaser at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Installation services available at a rate for Minnesota/Wisconsin.
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Flirtation
Flirtation is so tantalizing! Do it!
Monotype 2009
27″ x 38″
Complimentary insured shipping in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Installation services available at a rate for Minnesota/Wisconsin.
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Glorious
Glorious.
Monotype 2020
43″ x 34″
Free Shipping. Unframed artwork will arrive in 8-10 business days in a tube and insured via USPS.
Complimentary insured shipping in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Installation services available at a rate for Minnesota/Wisconsin in accordance with safety guidelines.
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June ~ Self Portrait
She is my favorite TV mom and happy housewife.
Silkscreen
15″ x 11″
Complimentary insured shipping Flat. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Installation services available at a rate for Minnesota/Wisconsin.
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Kaleidoscope
The splendor of an array of colors as in the mirrored reflective toy is Kaleidoscope. Go with a Mid-Century Modern frame and your set.
Monotype 2018
23″ x 39″
Complimentary insured shipping in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expenses of framing and shipping. Installation services available at a rate for Minnesota/Wisconsin residents and businesses.
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Kiss
Sweet little gem
Aquatint Etching
6″ x 4-1/2″
Free Shipping. Art work will arrive in 8-10 day via USPS.
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Midol ~ Anne’s Radiant
Inspired by advertising from the 1950’s this series of silk screens make you feel happy and gay!
Anne’s Radiant 2003
22″x 30″
edition 10 with applied collage fabrics
Free Shipping. Unframed artwork will arrive in 8-10 business days in a flat and insured via USPS.
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Midol ~ Betty’s Gay
Inspired by advertising from the 1950’s this series of silk screens make you feel happy and gay!
Betty’s Gay 2004
22″x 30″
edition 10 with applied collage fabrics
Free Shipping. Unframed artwork will arrive in 8-10 business days flat and insured via USPS or UPS.
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Midol ~ Sallys Brilliant
Inspired by advertising from the 1950’s this series of silk screens make you feel happy and gay!
Sally’s Brilliant 2002
22″ x 30″
edition 10 with applied collage fabrics
Free Shipping. Unframed artwork will arrive in 8-10 business days flat and insured via USPS.
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Orange Frock
Summer frock flung off is my favorite drawing from life transferred onto the screen. This small edition has one print remaining.
Silkscreen
24″ x 16″
Free Shipping. Unframed artwork will arrive in 8-10 business days flat and insured via USPS or UPS
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Ring of Fire
There is always a little play time. What I mean is, I listen to music and the songs inspire. What inspires you?
Monotype
27″ x “39
Free Shipping! Artworks will arrive in an insured tube via USPS or UPS. Framing, crating, shipping and installation services offered according to safety guidelines with a rate agreement. Please inquire by text or phone call.
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Sun Kissed
Monotype created on the studio in a monochromatic color scheme with some glimmer of vibrancy
34″ x 60 ”
2020
Automatic Complimentary Insured Shipping in a Tube.
Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Installation services available at a rate for local Minnesota/Wisconsin.
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Surrounds Us
Vibrant rich colored inks fill this refreshing Monotype.
34″ x 60″
2019
Automatic Complimentary Insured Shipping in a Tube.
Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Installation services available at a rate for local Minnesota/Wisconsin.
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Untitled Dove Blue
Surrounded in a dove blue, this spirited print is alive with forms and spectacular lines. The bold colors light up any room.
Complimentary insured shipping in a tube. Artist is available for framing, crating and shipping framed artwork upon agreement with purchaser at a rate plus expense of framing and shipping. Installation services available at a rate for Minnesota/Wisconsin.
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Volare / After Hours Blues
In the spirit of Mad Men, an era where modern art graced the walls of ad agencies and swanky homes this monotype set is masculine and undefined abstraction at it finest. Team up “After Hours Blues” and “Volare” set with some Mid Century Decor the songs of Dean Martin and let the magic happen.
Monotype Set
26″x 26″ / 26″ x 26″
Free Shipping in an insured tube unframed. Artist offers framing assistance as a service at a rate and shipping TBD. Delivery and installations are offered with a service fee according to safety guidelines in the metropolitan area of the Twin Cities.
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