David Stark, president and creative director of David Stark Design and Production, is an acclaimed event producer, designer, and author. Among his books are David Stark: The Art of the Party and Napkins with a Twist: Fabulous Folds with Flair for Every Occasion. His work has been featured in numerous publications, including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, House Beautiful, Town & Country, and Martha Stewart Living. His clients include celebrities, major corporations, and museums, and he has appeared as a party planning expert on such TV programs as The Today Show and The View. He lives in Brooklyn.