Lithic Relic: Atlantic Puffin is a striking original sculpture by Carlos Castillo (Mr. Castle) that explores the visual interplay between rugged coastal geology and vibrant, living wildlife.
Created as part of the Digital Archaeology series, the piece depicts an Atlantic puffin sheltered within a craggy, cavernous rock alcove. The surrounding rock face mimics raw basaltic coastal formations, featuring deep fissured crevices, earthy mineral washes, and subtle verdigris patinas carved directly into the heavy matrix.
Emerging from the deep shadows of its stone nook, the puffin displays meticulously dry-brushed plumage alongside a brilliant, multi-hued beak. Saturated crimson, ochre, and bright yellow accents cut sharply through the surrounding stone, locked in place under a protective gloss varnish that enhances the depth of both feather and rock.
Artwork Specifications
- Title: Lithic Relic: Atlantic Puffin
- Artist: Carlos Castillo (Mr. Castle)
- Year: 2026
- Style: Digital Archaeology / Wildlife Realism / Brutalist Organic
- Medium: Acrylic, wood glue, and protective gloss varnish on mineral matrix
- Dimensions: Height: 32 cm | Width: 20 cm | Depth: 15 cm
- Weight: 3.3 kg
- Features: Recessed Mr. Castle studio stamp on reverse stone face; hand-signed year on base felt pads
- Edition: Unique 1/1 Original
Exhibition & Provenance
Officially submitted for the Society of Wildlife Artists (SWLA) — The Natural Eye 2026 annual exhibition at Mall Galleries, London. Features the official Mr. Castle by Carlos Castillo studio seal stamped directly into the reverse stone matrix.
