How My Childhood Friend’s Art Got A$AP Rocky’s Attention & Took Off in Fashion

Author: Ourselves
Published: Thu 20 Feb 2025
Episode Link: https://ourselves.podbean.com/e/how-my-best-friend-s-art-got-the-attention-of-aap-rocky-fashion-icons/

Connor Tingley’s art has been embraced by the biggest names in fashion, music, and luxury—A$AP Rocky, Michelle Lamy, Vans, NARS, and Casamigos, just to name a few. But his story isn’t just about success—it’s about why most creatives never make it, how fear can either push you forward or hold you back, and what it really takes to build something lasting.

00:00 Intro

01:24 The Essence of Luxury Brands

06:09 The Power of Storytelling

07:09 Art as a Personal Journey

16:01 The Courage to Create

43:11 Discovering the World Around Us

43:52 Early Memories and Brand Influence

47:07 The Impact of Upbringing

49:20 Government and Media Skepticism

51:18 The Illusion of Freedom

55:34 Personalized Reality and AI

01:00:14 The Importance of Character

01:09:00 Middle School Memories

01:18:32 Balancing Art and Brand Work

01:21:11 The Courage to Create

01:21:42 Balancing Art and Commerce

01:22:37 Emotional Connections in Collaborations

01:23:25 Identifying and Solving Brand Problems

01:25:01 The Evolution of Brand Coolness

01:35:11 Coping with Stress and Anxiety

01:41:23 The Importance of Being Present

01:46:30 Advice for Aspiring Artists

01:57:51 Passions Beyond Work