"When young, Kevin O'Brien studied hard, played sports, and went to a good college. Upon completing a few degrees he promptly abandoned career plans to be an architect and enthusiastically dedicated himself to painting, the 'other' pursuit that he had since childhood. Early in his career, juggling the role of artist and business person proved difficult. A friend told Kevin to get some silk, paint on it and she would sell it. He went down to Fabric Row in Philadelphia and bought 20 yards of the finest polyester (the salesman figured he wouldn't know the difference). He painted on it, they took it to Barney's NY and together they secured their first order. Barney's suggested that since they had an actual order maybe they could splurge for some real silk. Kevin has learned a lot, in addition to identifying real silk, in 15 years. His business thrives because he recognizes that everyone has value to contribute. Kevin works with an ingenious, creative team with whom he collaborates. The collaborative approach suits Kevin as he feels ""the products of the studio are far superior than any lone genius could create."" Kevin lives with his wife on the east coast where they spend the days designing for their companies. Two days each week they emerge and head for the city, his wife to New York and Kevin to Philadelphia to see what great things have been going on in their studios. It's a life you can't improve on."
