Izak Zenou
Fashion Illustration | Still life | Animation | On-Site | Licensing | Artist Prints
Izak Zenou is one of the most celebrated fashion illustrators of our time. His love of women and fashion is quintessential, along with his unique worldview and undeniable sense of irony. All this, mixed with his seemingly effortless creativity and prolific hand, he feeds the world with his joyful creations.
Izak’s collaborations include leading international brands and publications that have influenced a generation of artists and fashion culture. Celine, Chanel, Estee Lauder, Guerlain, Henri Bendel, Kiton, Lippault, Elle, Travel & Leisure, Marie Claire, and Vogue are a few of a very long list of accolades.
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Video: Introducing Izak Zenou
“Everything inspires me! It can be a gesture, an expression, or a perfect imperfection. It can be the way a piece of clothing translates into body language, the way a ray of light hits a surface, the sound of a word, or a piece of music—I love music. My senses, somehow, connect the dots and communicate directly to my hand. My work is spontaneous and effortless. Sometimes, I get surprised by what I’m drawing, and I like that. It's like whatever I'm drawing is channeled from within me. I always want my drawings to feel lighthearted, relatable, and warm. Through my many years of being a fashion illustrator, working with some really great brands like Henri Bendel, whom I worked with for over 20 years, I realized how my work makes high luxury into something familiar and approachable while still being aspirational. That’s how I see my work. Whatever the project - for licensing it could be a notebook, a scarf, a t-shirt, luggage, and even dinnerware—I like to help brands make high-quality products that are desirable and unique yet truly ownable. For me, this is where art and commerce meet. ”
- Izak Zenou
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