KASTANO

Exploring Light and Matter Through Symbolic Painting

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KASTANO

Exploring Light and Matter Through Symbolic Painting

discover my art

GOLDEN  SPIKE | PRIMITIVE  SIGNS | GOLGOTHA | SPRAY  CAN | TROGLOPATTERN | DRIFTWOOD  METAMORPHOSIS | GOLDEN  SPIKE | PRIMITIVE  SIGNS | GOLGOTHA | SPRAY  CAN | TROGLOPATTERN | DRIFTWOOD  METAMORPHOSIS | 

Featured Collections

featured collections

Troglopattern #27142F - NFT blending dark purple and black hues with bold symbolic patterns.
Meditation by Kastano (2020), an abstract artwork from the Golgothà collection, featuring gold, black, and red elements to symbolize introspection and spiritual balance.
A diptych from the Golgothà collection by Kastano, featuring abstract crosses in black, red, and gold tones, symbolizing spiritual transformation.
A gold and black abstract artwork from Kastano’s Golgothà collection, featuring three minimalist crosses with bold black and red lines.
Traveling Settlers - Coloni in Viaggio – Abstract painting by Kastano, acrylic and shellac on canvas, 2023
Traveling Settlers - Coloni in Viaggio – Abstract painting by Kastano, acrylic and shellac on canvas, 2023
Traveling Settlers - Coloni in Viaggio – Abstract painting by Kastano, acrylic and shellac on canvas, 2023
Troglopattern #3A5396 - NFT by Kastano featuring vibrant ancient symbols in shades of blue and teal.
Troglopattern #CAD82A - NFT showcasing lime green and yellow designs inspired by ancient motifs.
Troglopattern #D94697 - NFT by Kastano in bold magenta and pink tones, inspired by prehistoric patterns.
Settlers Landing - Sbarcano i coloni – Painting by Kastano, acrylic, shellac, and gold leaf on canvas, 2020 Descrizione immagine:
Hunting Scenes - scene di caccia – Painting by Kastano, acrylic, shellac, and gold leaf on canvas, 2020
Houses, Flutes, and Shepherds - Case, Flauti e Allevatori – Painting by Kastano, acrylic, shellac, and gold leaf on canvas, 2020
The Raven’s Rock, a 2021 driftwood sculpture by Kastano inspired by nature and memory.
The Rock, a 2020 driftwood sculpture by Kastano, symbolizing resilience and timelessness.
Troglos, a 2021 driftwood sculpture by Kastano, symbolizing humanity's connection to nature.
Troglopattern #101410 - NFT with black and deep green tones, featuring ancient-inspired patterns.
Troglopattern #191912 - NFT combining dark shades of green and grey with intricate symbolic designs.
Troglopattern #27142F - NFT blending dark purple and black hues with bold symbolic patterns.
Meditation by Kastano (2020), an abstract artwork from the Golgothà collection, featuring gold, black, and red elements to symbolize introspection and spiritual balance.
A diptych from the Golgothà collection by Kastano, featuring abstract crosses in black, red, and gold tones, symbolizing spiritual transformation.
A gold and black abstract artwork from Kastano’s Golgothà collection, featuring three minimalist crosses with bold black and red lines.
Traveling Settlers - Coloni in Viaggio – Abstract painting by Kastano, acrylic and shellac on canvas, 2023
Traveling Settlers - Coloni in Viaggio – Abstract painting by Kastano, acrylic and shellac on canvas, 2023
Traveling Settlers - Coloni in Viaggio – Abstract painting by Kastano, acrylic and shellac on canvas, 2023
Troglopattern #3A5396 - NFT by Kastano featuring vibrant ancient symbols in shades of blue and teal.
Troglopattern #CAD82A - NFT showcasing lime green and yellow designs inspired by ancient motifs.
Troglopattern #D94697 - NFT by Kastano in bold magenta and pink tones, inspired by prehistoric patterns.
Settlers Landing - Sbarcano i coloni – Painting by Kastano, acrylic, shellac, and gold leaf on canvas, 2020 Descrizione immagine:
Hunting Scenes - scene di caccia – Painting by Kastano, acrylic, shellac, and gold leaf on canvas, 2020
Houses, Flutes, and Shepherds - Case, Flauti e Allevatori – Painting by Kastano, acrylic, shellac, and gold leaf on canvas, 2020
The Raven’s Rock, a 2021 driftwood sculpture by Kastano inspired by nature and memory.
The Rock, a 2020 driftwood sculpture by Kastano, symbolizing resilience and timelessness.
Troglos, a 2021 driftwood sculpture by Kastano, symbolizing humanity's connection to nature.
Troglopattern #101410 - NFT with black and deep green tones, featuring ancient-inspired patterns.
Troglopattern #191912 - NFT combining dark shades of green and grey with intricate symbolic designs.

Browse my most representative works from the series Golden Spike, Primitive Signs, Golgotha, Spray Can, Troglopattern and Driftwood Metamorphosis.

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Kastano’s Contemporary Artist

about Kastano

My name is Giuseppe Castano, and I create under the pseudonym KASTANO.

As a contemporary artist, I draw inspiration from the evocative power of ancient rock engravings. My artworks revive timeless themes of conflict, love, and the struggles of modern life. Each piece blends the raw sincerity of archaic symbols with the vivid imagination of contemporary worlds. Kastano Contemporary Artist

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artworks & series

Explore my portfolio and immerse yourself in the essence of my creations:

GOLDEN SPIKE: A deep dive into the study of Neo-Rupestrian Art, where ancient symbols meet contemporary interpretations;
GOLGOTHA: An alchemical journey through the transformative power of color, following the symbolic steps of “Black – White – Red“. Kastano Contemporary Artist

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Philosophical Reflection

“The history of humankind shows nothing but a continuous transition from one stage of civilization to another, then to the excess of civilization, and finally to barbarism, and then it begins again.”

G. Leopardi

philosophical reflection

“The history of humankind shows nothing but a continuous transition from one stage of civilization to another, then to the excess of civilization, and finally to barbarism, and then it begins again.”

G. leopardi

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see how Golden Spike paintings integrate into modern living space

Golden Spike painting by Kastano hung in a minimalist living room. Two Suns - 2021 acrylic, shellac, and gold leaf on canvas - 19.7 x 19.7 in
Golden Spike painting by Kastano hung in a minimalist living room2
Golden Spike painting by Kastano hung in a minimalist living room. The Circle of Promises and Two suns
The Hermitage of the Arch– top seletio - Driftwood Metamorphosis _kastano
Golden Spike painting by Kastano hung in a minimalist living room. Two Suns - 2021 acrylic, shellac, and gold leaf on canvas - 19.7 x 19.7 in
Golden Spike painting by Kastano hung in a minimalist living room2
Golden Spike painting by Kastano hung in a minimalist living room. The Circle of Promises and Two suns
The Hermitage of the Arch– top seletio - Driftwood Metamorphosis _kastano

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art notes: behind the scenes

Dive into my blog to explore the creative process behind each artwork and explore thoughts, inspirations, and stories that shape my art. From technique explorations to reflections on symbolism, discover the world through my artistic lens.

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Art Notes: Behind the Scenes

Dive into my blog to explore the creative process behind each artwork and explore thoughts, inspirations, and stories that shape my art. From technique explorations to reflections on symbolism, discover the world through my artistic lens.

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