Andrew Petterson didn’t take the straight path to becoming a fine artist. He’s an engineer, fabricator, and former custom car builder who’s worked on some of the most iconic cars in the business. But art kept calling. In this episode, Kara and Andrew talk about the creative risks it takes to bet on yourself, how his show Hot Shoe Chronicles came together, and what it means to create art that’s timeless. They also talk about fear, flow, identity, motorcycles, mentorship, and the magic of saying yes to your soul’s work. Whether you're a painter, builder, or dreaming of your first show, this episode explores what happens when you stop playing it safe, and trust that the universe will catch you.

(00:02:53) The “Best Friday Ever” and Why He Finally Said Yes to His First Solo Show

(00:08:56) Compromising Creativity vs. Making Work That Sells

(00:13:02) Fear, Resistance, and the Power of Getting Scared

(00:14:29) The Most Pivotal Moment: Go Takamine and the Bike Shed

(00:16:46) Can It Be This Magical Every Time You Make Art?

(00:31:36) Motorcycles as Genre Paintings and the Birth of Hot Shoe Chronicles

(00:38:18) Community Support and the Risk of Being Seen

(00:43:23) Flat Track Racing, Fabrication, and Custom Car Culture

(00:52:51) Building a Show: Curation, Logistics, and Creative Direction

(01:02:12) Why He Left the Custom World to Paint Full-Time

(01:12:13) Masculinity, Identity, and Artistic Vulnerability

(01:17:57) Talent vs. Hard Work and Why He’s Betting on Himself

The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms.

Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think.

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