LUCID Art Shark Tank Update

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DealNow:ThrivingOtherSeason 13, Episode 19by Les Cookson

What Happened to LUCID Art After Shark Tank

Is LUCID Art still in business? Yes — still in business and thriving.

$2M

reported annual revenue

  • Deal with Daymond John for $300K/15%; deal had not closed as of December 2022
  • Kickstarter raised $88,771 in April 2016
  • Over $12M in lifetime revenue as of July 2024
  • LUCY used as prop by Disney and Paramount productions

Last verified Apr 4, 2026. Web-confirmed sources.

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The LUCID Art Shark Tank Pitch

Les Cookson pitched LUCID Art on Shark Tank Season 13, Episode 19, which aired Friday, April 8, 2022, asking for $300,000 for 10% of the company — a $3M valuation.

Daymond John agreed to invest $300,000 for 15% equity, valuing the company at $2M. The terms were later renegotiated: Deal with Daymond John for $300K for 15% (asked $300K for 10%).

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Pitch Details

Aired
S13E19Apr 8, 2022
Ask
$300,000for 10%
Ask Valuation
$3M

Deal Terms

Amount
$300,000
Equity
15%
Valuation
$2M