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This episode of the Break/Fix features Kelly Telfer, a renowned automobile and motorsports artist, who shares his life story from humble beginnings to global success. The discussion covers his early artistic endeavors, including drawing in kindergarten and forming a racing team at age 14, to running a company creating motorsports t-shirts for famous clients. Later, Kelly transitioned to a career at Siemens before returning to his passion for art. He talks about his experiences buying and selling cars, the significance of design in vehicles like the Porsche 356 Speedster and the E Type Jag, and the sometimes humorous and difficult journey of emerging as a recognized artist. Kelly also touches on his various projects, including being the official artist for several high-profile automotive events and his efforts to use his success to give back to the community. The episode highlights his philosophies on art, passion, perseverance, and the importance of helping others.

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00:00 Meet Kelly Telfer: Renowned Automobile Artist
01:08 Kelly's Early Artistic Journey
01:50 Racing Adventures and T-Shirt Business
03:35 Transition to Silicon Valley
04:46 Return to Art and Passion for Cars
05:24 The Porsche 356 Speedster Story
12:28 Art School Experience and Professional Growth
14:24 Design Philosophy and Iconic Cars
17:47 The VW Bus and Car Design Critique
24:15 From Cat Paintings to Automotive Art
25:42 Exploring Iconic Projects
25:54 The Porsche Speedster Journey
26:16 A Visit to the Brumos Collection
27:20 The Bahama Yellow 911 Purchase
30:33 The Pink Pig Story
33:07 Artistic Philosophy and Mentorship
37:26 Exploring Photorealism and AI in Art
42:11 Upcoming Projects and Collaborations
46:37 Giving Back and Final Thought

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