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A new spin on Automotive Lighting

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11 years ago
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by Michael Satterfield
@TheGentlemanRacer
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Joseph Wislar started Futility Studios out of his love of vintage vehicles, he can generally be found tinkering on a classic cars. But you can’t live in the Garage all the time, so Joe decided to find a way to bring the things he loved inside. Working almost exclusively with vintage car and motorcycle parts and industrial equipment he turns these discarded relics into functional art for the home.

So what’s with the name “Futility Studios?”Joe got it from a fortune cookie… His fortune read “One day you will realize how futile your life really is.”

Each piece is unique and built out of upcycled vintage parts and few choice new ones to create new ways of looking at that old crate of parts in the back of the garage. You can see more of Joe’s work on his website HERE or you shop is current collection on his Etsy Shop

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Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield is the founder of The Gentleman Racer, a leading automotive lifestyle site blending cars, travel, and culture. Known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective, the site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados.

A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.

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