Armando Ramirez

Armando Ramirez recycled metal sculptures

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"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 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 workspace 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."

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"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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"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 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 workspace 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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Armando's income helps pay for the education of his two daughters.

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Armando has received 1st place from the regional contest of the Jaliscience Institute of Crafts for his sculptures.

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Armando Ramirez has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $3500 and the most recent for $4000. Proceeds were used to buy materials and also a machine for soldering his metal art.

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Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

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This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

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Deborah Truly an beautiful piece of art. I have ordered other similar work from this Artisan and all the recipients love their gifts. A gift that will last a lifetime and more.

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Jeanne This gift for my scuba diving brother is so well made and so clever that he displays it in his office as a conversation starter for clients. It also has a very pleasing heft to it.

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Enrique My son's a cellist and he was thrilled when he opened his gift. It's a great rendition of a cellist.

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Shalisha I got this gift for someone who is difficult to buy gifts for. It’s more than another dust collector, it’s a great conversation starter.

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Mary Anne I've been waiting for this sculpture for months to give as a gift to my niece, who just became a veterinarian. I was in awe of the quality and detail of this piece, and I know that my niece is going to treasure it! I will definitely be back for more sculptures in the future!

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K. This stag is very pleasing to look at . It is created with great skill to simulate the spirit of the animal. The sculpture is imaginative and substantially made. I am very impressed.

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James well made and lighthearted. It leads to a discussion with the students as to its origin. Sparks interest in the artists. It is unique and exactly as described!

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Denise Bought this as a Christmas gift for my nephew who wants to be a sports broadcaster. It's great quality, unique and he loves it!

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Rolando A Luckily, I found this beauty surfing the web looking for a gift for my wife for our 6-year anniversary. THIS SCULPTURE IS PERFECT since I work in a metal recycling company and our first outings were to parks.

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Ibis M. I purchased this after my husband passed away to give to the nurse at our doctor’s office-it looked just like an event we had at the doctor’s and the nurse was wonderful!

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Luckily, I found this beauty surfing the web looking for a gift for my wife for our 6-year anniversary. THIS SCULPTURE IS PERFECT since I work in a metal recycling company and our first outings were to parks.

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