In 1979, he opened his first New York City gallery, and within a few years he had made his reputation handling talents like Donald Baechler and then-hot graffiti artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, and Kenny Scharf.
In 1979, he opened his first gallery in New York City, quickly becoming known for showcasing talents including Donald Baechler and rising graffiti artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, and Kenny Scharf.