David Stesner, a renowned photographer and artist, shares his journey from assisting legendary photographers to creating his iconic butterfly collection and building a luxury home decor brand.David Stesner, a classically trained artist, has carved a unique path in the art world, transitioning from assisting iconic photographers like Albert Watson to creating his own globally recognized work, including his deeply personal butterfly collection inspired by life, loss, and transformation. His art, featured in prestigious galleries like the St Regis Hotel in Doha and collected by royal families, reflects a blend of fashion, nature, and emotional depth. In this episode, Stesner discusses the challenges of breaking into the competitive photography industry, the evolution from analog to digital, and the importance of networking and social media in amplifying his reach. He also shares how he balances passion and profit, culminating in the creation of David Stesner Art House, a luxury brand applying his art to home decor, making it accessible to a wider audience while maintaining exclusivity.David Stesner’s Discusses:◽️ Digital photography revolutionized his creative process◽️ Capturing personality enhances portrait photography◽️ Butterfly collection reflects life and loss◽️ Luxury brand balances exclusivity and accessibility◽️ Social media connected art with elites-⏱ Timestamps00:00 Intro00:46 Why art? David’s early influences01:36 From childhood interest to professional art04:09 Balancing passion and profit early09:15 Assisting legendary photographers: Lessons learned15:06 Analog vs. digital photography shift21:10 Building rapport for emotional portraits23:38 What separates great photographers26:50 Misconceptions about David’s on-set demeanor30:41 Networking for elite galleries, collectors33:46 Emotional weight of selling art39:49 Balancing interpretation in art creation43:39 Artist-collector relationship dynamics45:38 Lamborghini collaboration for luxury show50:04 Launching David Stesner Art House59:19 Exclusivity’s role in pricing strategy1:02:07 David’s legacy as artist, philanthropist1:02:47 Future exhibits and brand scaling1:03:53 Takeaway: Passion with a backup1:04:56 Art, business, and branding insights1:06:41 Outro📌 ResourcesDavid Stesner:◽️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidstesner/?hl=en◽️ Website: https://www.davidstesner.com/◽️ Home Decor Brand: https://davidstesnerarthouse.com/◽️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-stesner-arthouse-b19a1710 Harvey Bracken-Smith:◽️ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/harveybracken-smith◽️ Instagram: instagram.com/harveybsmith◽️ X (Twitter): x.com/harveybsmith_Personable Podcast:◽️ Instagram: instagram.com/personable.podcast◽️ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/personablepodcast◽️ TikTok: tiktok.com/@personableclips◽️ Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/7JOTYDER6m2FDrlhop4api◽️ Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/personable/id1671640111Additional:◽️ The Draft (Sign up): thedraft.io◽️ Fundraising: justgiving.com/crowdfunding/LouLouRacefoiundation?utm_term=PvByaxmdnPersonable is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners become the best they can be by learning from the world’s best in their respective fields. This mission is inspired by my mother, Louise, who encouraged me to become the best version of myself before she passed away from cancer in 2023.This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not financial advice. Always consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. Investing involves risks, and past performance is not indicative Support the show

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