#11 Artnicx_Kaye Article

Have you ever heard about a Metal Scrap artist?

Have you seen sculptures made from motorcycle scrap or metal parts?

Today I will introduce to you an artist from Sagada, Philippines who uses motorcycle scrap parts to create an amazing and wonderful sculptures.

The artist , Dario Frias Jr. has a unique way in making artworks from scraps and scratch. He makes sculptures inspired from the Igorot people and culture of Sagada. These sculptures are not just creative but also unique and resourceful. Many people are amazed and they want to see more of his metal scrap sculptures.

Here are some of his sculptures:

A very detailed dragon sculpture, it is not that easy as you think :)

He also made a guitar made from metal scraps

He also sells his artworks and some of his sculptures are open for viewing at Sagada, Philippines.

They call this sculpture a "tinagtago". A tinagtago among the Kankana-ey Igorots is a spiritual sculpture that resembles a human image. It is called bulul among the Ifugaos.

Here is an Igorot inspired sculpture he made. It is a man wearing a "Bahag", holding an ax and a shield called "Kalasag".

A "Kalasag" is a large rectangular shield used by precolonial Filipinos.

This type of art is also called Recycling Art, because of the process of using motorcycle scrap parts and turning it into metal scrap sculptures. If you want to become a Metal Scrap Artist, be creative, patient and resourceful, like this artist of Sagada.

He shows and teaches us, culture and traditions. People can learn from his creations. Support Local Artists ! :)