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Small Empires: Artsicle's mission to rent artwork to the masses

Small Empires: Artsicle's mission to rent artwork to the masses

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Discover, rent, maybe purchase. It's a business model we've seen in various forms for video, audio, and even games. But what about one of the most timeless creative endeavors — art?

Small Empires is our new weekly show that visits rising New York City startups and provides never-before-seen access to the men and women building our future. Join Alexis Ohanian as he talks to co-founders Alex Tryon (formerly of American Express) and Scott Carleton (formerly a nuclear engineer), as well as Brooklyn-based artist Dan Bina.

Bonus: Join us for a post-show chat with Alexis Ohanian, Small Empires producer Stephen Greenwood, and Artsicle co-founders Alex and Scott!