Work

Elfy Castro possesses an analytical and critical mindset that works in opposition to the majority. As a creative/art director with a broad and diverse skill set, Elfy approaches any type of project or challenge from a fresh and innovative angle. Whether working from photography to interior design, Elfy's uncanny talent for discerning patterns and connections that may elude others produces results that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also distinctive and captivating. As a result, Elfy's innate ability to think outside the box creates pieces that are truly one of a kind, with a remarkable ability to stand out from the crowd.

Elfy has the potential to produce complex and detailed concepts that require a great deal of imagination and research. Elfy's creativity is guided by a strong intuition that harnesses emotions and feelings to create pieces with deep significance. This ability to infuse a work with personal ideas generates projects that are not only beautiful but also deeply impactful and meaningful. Elfy's unique creative process is not defined by a specific technique or medium. Rather, the unpredictable result produces original and consistent experiences charged with knowledge and feelings.

Overall, Elfy's work showcases a strong commitment to excellence and a dedication to producing art that speaks to the soul. Elfy's unusual multi and inter-disciplinary approach to working serves as an inspiration to others, reminding us that the future lies in diversity and the immense possibilities that can be unlocked when we embrace our differences.

Identity

"Identity" is part of the current Canadian Modern Design exhibit at the Royal Ontario Museum through July 31, 2023. The work "Identity" questions how gender stereotypes are perceived by biases. How the interpretation of materials, textures and shapes in everyday objects can be used to represent the binary of male and female bodies that affects everyone.

As a thinker, Elfy finds inspiration in the intricate nature of identity and the trials that marginalized communities face. Elfy's artistic vision explores the intersection of gender identity and multiculturalism, with a special focus on the lived experiences of LGBTQ2+ BIPOC immigrants and refugees in Canada. Elfy aims to confront a hidden reality and promote social empathy by using metaphorical design to encourage debate and evoke emotional responses that challenge "polite" discrimination. The gender metaphor in familiar objects allows to simulate and question the sense of identity. From a chair to cabinets, Elfy's goal is to educate society and inspire others to create alternative forms of dissemination through metaphorical design.

I am alive!

Elfy's work is a call to attention about the inherent presence of nature that is distorted in our daily lives. Why throw away wooden objects just to renew them according to the trend? Why has the habit of repairing things according to their true value been lost? Where are the memories that each piece represents with the patina produced by time? ... in the trash? Why is there no feeling of guilt?

Inspired by a sculptural and functional design, each table embodies an aesthetic familiar to the human eye, granting a different perception towards "inert" objects. Likewise, serving as a reminder of the importance of sustainability and the responsible use of our planet's resources. Using reclaimed wood as a raw material represents the value and respect that should be given to all living things, including rocks, which are often overlooked in nature. It is also a symbolic protest against the overexploitation of natural resources, particularly by the logging industry.

Each piece conveys the illusion of a being in motion to emphasize the importance of recognizing and appreciating the energy that exists within all in nature, beyond our conventional understanding of what it means to be "alive." Each table is a testament to the unique beauty and vitality of the world we inhabit.

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