52-Year-Old Filipino Driver Creates Stunning Artwork By Using Aluminum Wires

Filipinos are renowned all over the world for remarkable qualities. Despite the many negative comments which quite often overshadow the positive, there are so many things to be proud of.

Filipinos are indeed uniquely talented and resourceful individuals. Some of them have the expertise in creating beautifully handmade products which will surely attract people’s attention.

Carlito Romanillos is one of those Filipinos who was gifted of a wild imagination in creating extraordinary handicrafts. In his every masterpiece, people can see his dedication through his very diligent craftsmanship.

A netizen named Henry Ngan posted photos of Carlito on social media where he asked fellow netizens to “like and share” the post to help the old man promote his work and get him sales.

Fortunately, his intricate creations drew attention on the internet. Many netizens gave positive comments and praises. Some of them offered to help Carlito by purchasing some of his handicrafts and said that they felt proud to see such talent.

“Magaganda ang mga gawa ni Tatay Carlito, walang katulad. Magandang pang-regalo as souvenir,” netizen Marina Bautista commented.

Carlito has been working as a driver for about a decade. He is separated from his wife and has a daughter who works as a call center agent.

He makes the handicrafts out of aluminum or copper wire then designs it according to his preference. He has a car, motorcycle, jeepney, bike, vintage vehicles, and other handicraft designs.

When he first started the craft, it took him six months to finish just one motorcycle. With persistent practice, he can now complete one motorcycle each week. He said he didn't have any intention to sell his work at first, but when his friends discovered his talent, they explained to him that he could earn from it.

Nevertheless, there are some discouragements from customers who are asking for lower prices. According to Carlito: “I’m selling the motor for P1,500, and they’re asking for P500.”

Some of his designs are priced P7,000. He said he uses his money to buy the things and he learned the craft on his own with some guidance from the internet.