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“I'm always going to be making costumes. It's one of the ways I relax my brain. In addition to the pleasure of having the piece, there is a deep and abiding pleasure for me assembling something in my head - learning to know something in its totality in my head, and then putting together all the constituent parts into a cohesive whole.”

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Adam Savage, born on July 15, 1967, is a renowned industrial designer. He is best known for his work on the television show 'MythBusters', where he has demonstrated a remarkable ability to verify urban legends and myths through scientific experiments. Savage is highly regarded for his attention to detail and his pursuit of innovation. more

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