He discovered his passion for sculpture at 29, transitioning from farming to woodcarving to supplement his income. He was apprenticed as an antique shop helper in a business owned by the Lozano family who were his relatives. He learned how to work with wood due to the help of master carvers. It was in this stint that he learned the rudiments of wood carving under a certain Mr. Carlos Quiros. At first, he became an expert in copying available patterns for his boss used to buy antiques purchased from churches but as years progressed he became more adept in introducing designs of his own. Due to his exposure to ecclesiastical arts, he was able to develop a keen eye for details. Soon enough, he was able to fashion the elements of Baroque and Rococo. After 5 years of woodcarving, he was able to transfer his knowledge onto metalworks.

 

Later on, he ventured into the metal craft locally called “pinukpuk” because of the process by which designs are embossed on metal sheets which are used as adornments in mostly ecclesiastical items. He has dedicated his life to creating religious and secular art in silver, bronze, and wood. His intricately detailed retablos, mirrors, altars, and carosas are in churches and private collections. Several of his works are quite large, some exceeding forty feet, while some are very small and feature outstanding and delicate craftsmanship.  

 

He begins his process by drawing the figures onto paper and then executing them on wood. After this, he takes the metal sheets onto the modeled wood pieces and carefully hammers them with a mallet against a rubber slipper in order to transfer the designs roughly. To sharpen the details, he uses various metal tools to engrave the images on the metal sheets. He later polishes them to reveal intricate designs. Each piece presents unique challenges and demands expertise, reflecting his commitment to his craft.