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Discover how Dallas artist Joaquin Soto turns discarded metal into powerful sculptures. After surviving a near-fatal car accident, Joaquin found purpose in transforming scrap into art, proving that beauty and meaning can rise from what’s been left behind.

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Artist Joaquin Soto turned discarded scraps into a soaring phoenix, now on display in Grand Prairie — a symbol of his own journey and the power of second chances.

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Public Art

Sculpture of an eagle made from various metal objects, with its wings spread, located outdoors near water and modern buildings.
Epic Central Entertainment District, Grand Prairie   TX2961 State Hwy 161, Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Eternalized

Artwork created with majority of the metal coming from the Grand Prairie city landfill.

Sculpture of a broken heart made from metal with red and black coloring, located outside a building with brick walls and windows, at night.
Residence Inn by Marriot Hotel, Grand Prairie, TX                   3128 S. Highway 161, Grand Prairie, Texas, USA, 75052

Deep In The Heart Of Texas

Sculpture on display outside hotel lobby entrance.

  • Yes, I’m open to commissions throughout the year. Contact me with questions or availability.

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call. We’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • Attention to detail and years of experience. Always striving to learn and to stay up o date on approaches and techniques.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly usually within one business day.

  • We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

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