JONATHAN Goldsmith has thanked the community for its outpouring of support for his wire creations.
The 35-year-old who lives at the Mandeni Informal Settlement on Old North Coast Road has been turning heads recently with his amazing wire trucks and trailers.
A local resident recently donated a set of tools to Goldsmith to help him with his art work.
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“I’m grateful for the donation of tools as it helps my work. The tools I do have are badly broken so this will go a long way,” he said.
“The compliments and the people admiring my work have now inspired me to create a new truck. I’m working day and night with this creation. I’ve managed to streamline the wheels which are easier to manoeuvre. I’m also making a shorter trailer this time around,” he explained.
Goldsmith said his ultimate goal would be to display his truck at a market in the area.
His creations, which are made from galvanised wire, are created in spectacular detail with the inclusion of gear boxes, steering wheels, and fuel tankers.
Goldsmith is often seen at the Rinaldo Road Centre showing off his creations.
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