About the Artist
Myrka Castillo is a first-generation Dominican-American artist based in New Jersey. A 2017 graduate of the School of Visual Arts, her work spans illustration, painting, and digital media, exploring themes of heritage, identity, and femininity.
Influenced by artists like John William Waterhouse and Alice Neel, Myrka reimagines the mysticism of femininity found in Romanticism through the lens of a modern Afro-Latin woman. Her evolving body of work challenges Western perceptions of Latinx women, offering a softer, more nuanced representation.
Currently, Myrka is exploring digital painting through Procreate while continuing her Tarot card series. The Major Arcana reinterprets the rich and complex culture of the Hispanic community, incorporating symbolic elements drawn from her own experiences. This project is a tribute to Latinx heritage, aiming to uplift and honor its beauty.
To see more of Myrka’s work, follow the links on the home page.
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