Stephane Bejean-Lebenson
London,UK
Summary
Accomplished Art Dealer and Sales director with over 15 years of experience in the art industry. Founded and directed three successful art ventures, deeep Ai Art Fair, Lebenson Gallery and Art Confidential and served as Creative Director and Curator at Future City. Collaborated with reputable organisations such as Pierre Bergé & Partners, Piasa, Sotheby's, Artcurial. Perrotin, Yvon Lambert, Art Basel, Asia Now, Pace, Goodman Gallery, White Cube. Demonstrated success in creating a powerful international network in the art world, getting into prestigious collections. Through my extensive experience, I have developed expertise in effectively presenting, communicating, and selling to a diverse range of clientele, including private collectors, museums, and foundations. My nuanced understanding of the art market allows me to tailor my approach to meet the unique preferences and requirements of each audience, ensuring successful interactions and fostering lasting relationships within the art community.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Ai Art Fair
01.2021 - Current
- Founded the first international AI art fair for artists working with algorithm, deep learning, code, and digital manipulation
- Attracting new international collectors and sales
- Secured sponsors and partners for the fair like NVIDIA, Samsung, BOE, resulting in successful events during Frieze art fair 2021, 2022, Miami 2023
- Upcoming joint venture in China and Dubai
- Built and managed a production team to ensure smooth execution of events
- Coordinated marketing and communication efforts to promote the fair and participating artists
- The fairs generate sales up to £1,5M
- 3 editions since 2021.
Creative Director, Consultant
Future City
01.2020 - Current
- Conceptualize and curate exhibitions, performances, and events that challenge traditional boundaries and showcase emerging talent
- Collaborate with artists, sponsors, and partners to develop and execute tailored campaigns
- Oversee production teams and ensure seamless execution of events in Germany, Asia, Dubai, London
- Manage marketing and communication efforts across all channels
- Continuously explore new trends and opportunities for growth.
Director Sales and artists representative
Lebenson Gallery
London-Paris
01.2009 - Current
- Established an art gallery specializing in contemporary art, primary and secondary markets
- Conceptualized and curated over 100 exhibitions that showcased emerging and established talent: YBAs, Post YBAs, pop art, Modern Art, Contemporary art
- Fostered relationships with artists and collectors to build a network of supporters including collectors from Hong Kong, Seoul, and Shanghai and the UK
- Managed all aspects of the gallery, including sales, marketing, and communication efforts
- Worked for International Art Fairs like Art Basel, Basel Miami, Cutlog NYC, Frieze NYC, Art Elysée Paris, FIAC, Frieze London, Cape Town Art Fair, Asia Now
- Successfully curated and exhibited the first shows in Paris for Banksy, achieving a total sales value of $1.8 million
- Additionally, orchestrated exhibitions for Obvious, resulting in $450,000 in sales, including a record-breaking piece at Christie's NY in 2018
- Over the last three years, curated exhibitions have generated a remarkable total of $3 million.
Business provider
Pierre Berge & Partners
Paris
03.2006 - 04.2019
- Used to bring bluechip pieces and collections to auctions, from Soulages to Tracy Amin, and finding buyers
- Tracking masterpieces in the secondary market for private art deals: Zao Wou-Ki, Picasso, Renoir, Soulages..
- Generating over 15M$ sales.
Sales and artists liaison
Yvon Lambert
Paris
02.2004 - 06.2006
- Contributed to Yvon Lambert's sales team at the gallery and actively participated in numerous international art fairs
- In this role, served as an artist liaison for prominent figures such as Christian Boltansky, Jean-Charles Blais, Pierre et Gilles, and Andres Serrano during that period
- Responsibilities included fostering strong relationships between the artists and the gallery, ensuring smooth communication, and facilitating successful interactions at various art events.
Education
PHD of Fine Arts & Philosophy -
University Paris X
01.2004
Bachelor of Economics (BA) -
Lycee Claude Bernard Paris 16
01.1999
Philosophy Teacher -
Institut de l'Assomption Paris 16
Skills
- Sales
- Leadership
- Communication
Timeline
Founder
Ai Art Fair
01.2021 - Current
Creative Director, Consultant
Future City
01.2020 - Current
Director Sales and artists representative
Lebenson Gallery
01.2009 - Current
Business provider
Pierre Berge & Partners
03.2006 - 04.2019
Sales and artists liaison
Yvon Lambert
02.2004 - 06.2006
PHD of Fine Arts & Philosophy -
University Paris X
Bachelor of Economics (BA) -
Lycee Claude Bernard Paris 16
Philosophy Teacher -
Institut de l'Assomption Paris 16
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