Follow Your Dreams

Redwood City-based muralist Castro, from North Fair Oaks, is an artist with a purpose. His murals convey powerful messages centered on Indigenous history, self-empowerment, and social justice. Drawing inspiration from diverse sources—including Chicano art, pop culture, and landscapes. Castro’s work operates under the concept of "Anonymous Recipes" (Recetas Anonimas). The "Anonymous" refers to the broad range of media and subjects he explores, while "Recipes" represents the unique pieces of art he creates. In addition to his artistic endeavors, Castro is deeply involved in education and community work. He balances multiple roles, including serving as a part-time art teacher at Summit Everest and leading individual art classes across the peninsula, where he teaches the importance of murals and their impact on communities. His commitment to community extends through his volunteer work, where he creates affordable murals and offers his time to support local initiatives. Castro also accepts commissioned work, ranging from business signs and logos to custom artworks and traditional canvases.