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#49 – David Teplitzky & Glenn Dranoff

In this episode, Matt sits down with renowned art dealers and collectors David Teplitzky and Glenn Dranoff. They discuss Matt’s ambitious project, Total Recall, tracing its journey from an idea on a napkin to an inspirational masterpiece. The conversation delves into the differences between art dealers and galleries, the role of social media in gaining exposure, and what distinguishes great work that stands the test of time. This episode is a must listen for every artist and collector.

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David Craig Teplitzky

 
David Teplitzky studied economics and international relations, starting his career in banking. While in Japan, he used his savings to collect works by artists like Keith Haring, Robert Mapplethorpe, and Andy Warhol. Fueled by his passion for art, he left banking to travel the world by bicycle. When his wife became pregnant, he joined Greenpeace, eventually becoming Executive Director and developing the Green Peace Portfolio.

David transitioned fully into the art world, becoming an art dealer, collector, and engaging in the fashion industry. In 1997, he and his wife, Peggy Scott, founded The Round World Gallery in Denver. David is also an internet personality, sharing his art projects, travels, and motivational content with 2.7 million followers on Instagram (@oneday1change).

He remains active on TikTok and Facebook, engaging a large audience and supporting community initiatives. He has a daughter named Arielle and often documents his travels online.
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Glenn Dranoff

 
Glenn Dranoff is a private art dealer based in New York City, specializing in blue-chip contemporary art for over 40 years. He founded Dranoff Fine Art in 1986, focusing on Post-War and Contemporary Art, especially works on paper. His gallery, initially located in SoHo, moved to a 2000-square-foot space in 1997. Renowned for its extensive inventory, Dranoff Fine Art features works by prominent artists from the 1950s to the present.

Dranoff is respected for his keen eye for quality and significant contributions to the art market, having played a pivotal role in the careers of several artists.
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Matt Gondek

 

Matt Gondek is a Deconstructive Pop Artist, whose work is possessed with a punk rock spirit, celebrating rebellion and destruction. With a visceral pop color palette and a disarmingly playful tone, he tears down cartoon idols, akin to slaughtering our modern day gods. Born in 1982, his creative voice is rooted in the 90s; as a true conduit of his generation and their potentially pointless search for meaning and purpose amidst a cruel life in a flawed world. He boasts sold out exhibitions in his home of Los Angeles as well as New York, Paris, Bangkok, and Hong Kong.

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