The world of sculpture is multi-faceted and encompasses various medium. From stone to clay to metal anything that can be fashioned into a sculpture probably has been. This also includes .

Car parts have been a fun and popular medium for sculpture dating back to the advent of the car. All you need is a few spare pieces of automobile, a torch or soldering iron, and a vision and you are on your way to sculpting. The pieces that you see vary from artist to artist. You may be outside a car repair shop and see a friendly mechanic fashioned from tailpipes, carburetors, and fenders. Or, you may see a large dinosaur made up of doors and hoods and other large car parts. Visitors to the Roadkill Cafe off Route 66 in Seligman, Arizona are greeted by a cowboy, lariat in hand, made completely of hubcaps.

If you want to try to fashion sculptures from automotive detritus it is first important to learn how to weld safely. Once you have mastered this task and have found a suitable space for working, it’s off to the junkyard. Be prepared with a clear idea of what you want to create, but also be malleable enough to let the parts speak to you. Ask yourself what you see in a muffler or old transmission. It may also be helpful to look online to find or help identify parts you know you want. Once you have selected your materials make sure you are able to haul them to your studio. Now you can begin to make art.

Car part sculpture is a fun and eye-catching art form, and even the simplest pieces illicit responses of laughter and smiles. And the best part is its relative simplicity and accessibility. Anyone can get started today.