Fodder School Muse-of-the-Month: Carolina Castillo

Mar 17

Written By Wendy Solganik

It’s time to meet our next Muse of the Month!

Introducing Carolina Castillo, or @carolina.arts on Insta; Be sure to give her a follow and show her some love!

What part of the world do you currently live in?

I live in the suburbs outside Montreal, (Lorraine) in Canada. I am originally from Venezuela.

When did your art or crafting journey begin?

My journey began as a little girl writing and scrapbooking my agendas/ planners. I still have some of them: they are my paper treasures!

How long have you been in Fodder School and what keeps you coming back each year?

I can still remember the day I contacted Wendy to ask about one of her courses (circa May 2022) She was so kind and sincere telling me details about the techniques and how one of her courses was structured “stress free”. I did her course and I ended up registering in Fodder School 1. I did it all within 4 months!

How has Fodder School influenced your creative journey or daily art practice?

Personally I didn’t know much about all the techniques at first. I am a high school art teacher who didn’t have time to develop her own style before. With Fodder school I learned how to select my palette of colors, how to define my style, how to be flexible and understanding regarding my own creative process embracing imperfections.

What’s one project, technique, or lesson from FS that completely lit you up?

One of the projects I love the most each year is when we exchange tags, cards. It’s pure magic! I feel so happy to exchange my art knowing that everyone in our community values my effort.

How would you describe the Fodder School community in three words?

Kind, joyful, humble

One piece of encouragement for a brand-new student?

I would say to give yourself time to make mistakes, to try new techniques and to be part of a community that will always support you in this journey. After 5 fodder schools I am still learning. I am still excited every beginning of a month knowing that I have a new creative project waiting for me.