The Hero’s Journey of Nelson Carrilho

What is the best thing that I love about my work? As a sculptor I love to embrace the totality of Nature. Which I also try to apply in my daily life. The art of living

What is my idea of perfect happiness? Balance between chaos and order. I always start the day by creating chaos.
What is my greatest fear? If something bad happens with my kids.
What is the trait that I most deplore in myself? Unfortunately I am a very bad cook, I do not dare to invite people for dinner
What is my greatest extravagance? I could spend my whole day swimming in oceans, spiritually and physically
On what occasion would I lie? To protect my loved ones.
What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work? The addiction to it, I like to spent more time travelling.
When and where was I the happiest, in my work? To see my sculptures again, after so many years
If I could, what would I change about myself? My claustrofobia.
What is my greatest achievement in work? After so many struggles still able to live a rich life.
What has been the importance of rolemodels in my life and work? Always a lot of rolemodels around me
Will I ever retire from doing what i love to do for work? It’s not possible for me to retire.
What is my most inspirational location, in my city? Outdoor,the parks, I often visit Vondelpark and Westerpark in Amsterdam.
What is my favourite place to eat and drink, in my city? Cafe de Tuin, Jordaan, Amsterdam.
Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime? My sister Mavis
Whom would I like to work with in the future? The person who will grant me a big sculpture assignment in Africa.
What project, in the nearby future, am I looking forward to work on?“The Triangle” project with masters Yuchi Cordoba and Runny Margarita. A theater play based on the story of the Middle Passage. We communicate with Music, Art, Poetry, Songs and Dance, it is a big challenge.
Who are my rolemodels in work and life? Who would I love to meet and have as mentor? My family they always believed and supported me.
I love to educate and be a mentor for old and young
How can you contact me?

site: www.carrilho.exto.nl

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