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Armando Ramirez

Armando Ramirez

Armando Ramirez

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Armando Ramirez

Recycled metal sculptures in Mexico

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"As a child I enjoyed inventing toys, and soon yearned to create a unique style of art. Environmentally enamored, I now transform recycled goods."

Update (July, 2019)

I've been working with you now since 2002 and I consider you as part of my own family. I had the privilege of having one of your directors explain the project to me.

When I first set up my workshop, sales were slow. But every one of you showed me an incredible support and I found strength and faith in knowing that my work was being shared.

The changes were obvious – we had to train the people who assist me and pay them better to overcome the challenges that arose along the way. My workshop became a formal and well-organized place to create and we improved the quality of our work as well as the tools to craft our designs.

We're still working in the same workshop where we began but we've expanded the work space and are growing as needed to keep up with the demands for our sculptures, chess sets and decor accents.

We've faced significant challenges over these years. One I remember most was the supply of our materials. Once I was about to replenish designs and the pieces I used as the base of my sculptures were out of stock. I looked in a number of other places but wasn't able to find what I needed. I was told these pieces sold out easily here in the state, so I began seeking out suppliers from all over Mexico.

In addition to the automotive and bicycle parts and scraps from die-cut metal, I've begun using pieces from suppliers that dismantle firearms. Our standardizing of each sculpture is much better organized. I'm very pleased to have definitively formalized my workshop.

Today, I'm studying fine arts at the University of Guadalajara. My idea is that this will let me greatly expand my creativity.

Original Artisan Story

Hi, I'm Armando Ramirez. All my life, I've lived in a town of artisans, and this has motivated me to create new art. As a child, I enjoyed inventing toys and soon yearned to create a unique style of art. Environmentally enamored, I now transform recycled goods.

At first, little by little, I began to craft figures from scraps and discarded mechanical parts — mostly from cars and bicycles. And so I began to create sculptures, soldering the pieces together and giving them shape as I imagined they should look.

The process involves selecting recycled items that can be used. I separate them and soak them in a cleaning solution to remove any impurities. I solder them together until I achieve my design, then I give the finished sculpture a protective coat of glossy varnish.

My sculptures are so successful that today I sell only my own works. They are rustic in nature, designed to re-utilize discarded objects by converting them into art. Thanks to the creativity that God gave me, today I have an enjoyable and better way of life.

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553

Rhonda

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11/24/2021

"Love it!!!"

My boyfriend loves it.

Purchased Item:

Billiards, Billiards-Themed Upcycled Metal Auto Part Sculpture

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Laura

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11/13/2021

"Perfect gift for family members that love to garden"

SO pleased with this purchase. The sculpture exceeded my expectations and I might have to give it early!! Thank you so much!

Purchased Item:

Rustic Gardener, Handmade Rustic Metal Auto Parts Gardener Sculpture

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Gift Occasion:

This was a gift for: Sister
Occasion: Christmas

Carolina Vargas

From Ohio

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11/12/2021

"sport fan of soccer"

I am going give this as a birthday present to my nephew who since a very young age played this sport and was even in a special soccer team and traveled to Germany among other places. He now lives in the U.S. but his love for soccer has become stronger. This is the fourth sculpture I have purchased from Armando Ramirez; they are in a special place at the home. (Two were for my husband, the cyclist and the photographer. His true passions. He has them on his desk and since he works from home (uses zoom) others see them and are amazed. He says thank you, Ramiro!.

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One of a kind Avid sport person Passions

Best Uses

Decor and art for his office

Purchased Item:

Rustic Soccer Champs, Handcrafted Metal Sculpture Recycled Cart Parts Mexico Art

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This was a gift for: Husband
Occasion: 'just because'

Andrea

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11/10/2021

"GREAT GIFT"

I GAVE THIS AS A GIFT AND THE RECIPIENT LOVED IT

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GIFT

Purchased Item:

Boy on a Bike, Bicycle-Themed Upcycled Metal Auto Part Sculpture

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Pat

From Montana, USA

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11/09/2021

"A gift for my husband"

Love this uniquely designed spider made of metal. Well made and designed. Lots of whimsical detailing!

Best Uses

Coffee table decor

Purchased Item:

Rustic Tarantula, Eco-Friendly Upcycled Metal Spider Sculpture from Mexico

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Gift Occasion:

This was a gift for: Husband
Occasion: Christmas

Marlene

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11/04/2021

"metal in motion!"

With what Id see as a random assortment of nuts and bolts, Armando perceives the potential of art. His ability to create sculpture with such life and movement is an amazing feat of engineering as well as art; his art helps me see with different eyes.

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art sculpture recycle

Purchased Item:

Deer Dance, Upcycled Metal Auto Part Sculpture from Mexico

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