Tunisian artist creates sculptures from car parts - in pictures

  • Tunisian artist Mohamed Al Sharaiti, 53, manufactures human and animal-shaped sculptures from car spare parts at his workshop in Nabeul, Tunisia. All photos: EPA
    Tunisian artist Mohamed Al Sharaiti, 53, manufactures human and animal-shaped sculptures from car spare parts at his workshop in Nabeul, Tunisia. All photos: EPA
  • Al Sharaiti first cleans the parts before assembling his creations.
    Al Sharaiti first cleans the parts before assembling his creations.
  • Once assembled, he burns the sculpture with fire to rid it of oils, impurities and dirt.
    Once assembled, he burns the sculpture with fire to rid it of oils, impurities and dirt.
  • He then proceeds with the painting process according to each customer's request.
    He then proceeds with the painting process according to each customer's request.
  • Some customers want him to paint the models, while others prefer a more rustic look.
    Some customers want him to paint the models, while others prefer a more rustic look.
  • His larger-than-life creations are certainly eye-catching.
    His larger-than-life creations are certainly eye-catching.