Fernando Castro | |
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 Castro Pacheco in May 2009: 91 years old. | |
| Born | Fernando Castro Pacheco 26 January 1918 |
| Died | August 8, 2013 (aged 95) |
| Education | Academy of Arts, Mexico |
| Known for | Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking, Muralist |
| Notable work | Mural paintings at the Governor's Palace in Merida, Yucatan ( |
| Movement | Realism |
Fernando Castro Pacheco (January 26, 1918 – August 8, 2013) was a Mexican painter, engraver, illustrator, printmaker and teacher. As well as being known for traditional artistic forms, Castro Pacheco illustrated several children’s books and produced works in sculpture. He is more popularly known for his murals that invoke the spirit and history of the Mexican people. His works evoke a unique use of color and form.