Welcome to a space of presence
Here, I trace the flashes of lightness found in my daily journey on the island—moments
revealed through living with a furry friend, sharing life with my partner, and practicing Yoga.
Each day is met with the Mediterranean sea and light hearts.Take a deep breath and enter the atmosphere of the Cat.
The Evolution
I am currently putting together a beautiful book of illustrations and short observations,
growing day by day on my terrace in Forio.
Through these pages, I share the journey and the lessons I learn from her.
Drawn entirely by hand with just four traditional pencils, each page offers heartwarming feelings
to balance this technological and digital age—in a joyful, playful way.
A Glimpse
Behind the scenes of the upcoming cat book project.
"These are tiny parts of a larger story."
How It All Started
"Nearly five years ago, my partner Katy and I moved into a little house here on Ischia, and slowly, a wild cat started visiting us—until she decided to stay.Having the opportunity to live with her and observe her day by day became a personal ritual that deeply impacted my own life. From her, I learned how to choose what fits my nature and how to live with absolute confidence in who I am.I never imagined making a book. But as I rediscovered my love for drawing, Katy saw my search for a meaningful project and asked a simple question:'Why don’t you start making simple illustrations of the cat and connect them with your observations?'I wasn't even drawing her yet, but that spark in September 2023 changed everything. This collection is a reminder that real things take time, but the journey is worth it—for ourselves and for others."
Follow the evolution"We will let you know when the (Illustrated Poetic Diary of Presence and Self-Care) is ready
to travel from the shores of the island to you."
Luca Castagna
"Whether I am observing the horizon en plein air or tracing the life of the Cat,
my art is a celebration of the lightness found in the simplest moments."
I was born and raised on this tiny island. While I grew up in this simple environment, it was eight years ago that I began a conscious journey toward simpler needs and more authentic habits.Today, my art reflects my way of being and living, deeply rooted in my daily practice of Yoga. Starting with a minimal palette of four colored pencils to capture sunsets, drawing gave me hope in a period of transformation, offering a true point to start over and reconnect with myself.It is from this space that I now trace the silent wisdom of my feline companion through a heart of gratitude.
Shared Inspirations
In our home,
art and words grow together—and so much more. If you are looking for an immediate source of inspiration while I materialize this collection, my partner shares her own journey of authenticity: "You Can Do Anything Your Heart Wants."
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