ALDO CASTILLO GALLERY
Founded in 1993 by renowned curator Aldo Castillo, the Aldo Castillo Gallery has long been recognized as a leading destination for contemporary and international art. A former member of the prestigious Chicago Art Dealers Association (CADA), the gallery continues to shape the global art landscape through its commitment to visionary artists and world-class exhibitions.
From Art Curating to Collecting: Exploring the Synergy and Rewards of Art Engagement.
Aldo Castillo, Aldo Castillo Gallery, Director & Founder.

Aldo Castillo — Multi-award-winning Nicaraguan curator, dealer, and cultural advocate.

From his early years in Guatemala studying Architecture and serving as an Art Curator at the Popol Vuh Museum, to the founding of the Aldo Castillo Gallery in Chicago in 1993, Castillo has been a powerful force in bringing Latin American art into the American mainstream and onto the global stage. Renowned for his international reach, his hundreds of curated exhibitions, and collaborations with artists from more than 30 countries, Castillo has built a legacy defined by cultural exchange, innovation, and fearless advocacy.

​ Inducted into the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame in 2005, he continues to use art to challenge borders, elevate voices, and inspire change.

Aldo Castillo, Feed by Art, 1997, Welded Stainless Steel, 6H x 9W x 9 1/2D In.
Aldo Castillo, Red Lamp, Mixed Media.
Aldo Castillo, Art Manners, 2003, Mixed media installation, 97 ¾ x 58 in.
Lorna Marsh, Spring, 2007, Acrylic and Collage on Canvas, 82 x 53 In.
Carolina Sardi, Aqua Drops Installation, Painted Steel

Aldo Castillo 
Aldo Castillo stands as a significant figure in the art world, renowned for his profound contributions as an art curator, dealer and artist himself. His passion for promoting innovative international artists has reshaped the landscape of contemporary art, fostering dialogue, innovation, and cultural exchange.

Visionary Curatorship: Aldo Castillo's journey in the art world began with a deep-seated appreciation for Central American Pre-Columbian art, cultural diversity and ancestry. As a curator, Castillo possess a unique vision that transcended conventional boundaries, embracing avant-garde movements, multicultural influences, and experimental forms of artistic expression. His curatorial endeavors sees to challenge perceptions, provoke thought, and celebrate the kaleidoscope of human experiences reflected in art.

Aldo Castillo Life Journey on Youtube
Aldo Castillo curating an exhibition of Colonial Jewelry at the Museo Popol Vuh in Guatemala City.
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