Izak Zenou Moves into the Henri Bendel Store — Artist in Residence
Much like Eloise at the Plaza, celebrated fashion illustrator IZAK ZENOU will be moving his art studio into Henri Bendel‘s Fifth Avenue flagship store for the month of December, giving Bendel’s guests unprecedented access into his artistic process, as well as the opportunity to commission private portraits. Never before has luxury and creativity collided in this way. Izak and Bendel’s lengthy collaboration has nurtured an enthusiastic following for his Bendel Girl inspired illustrations and portraits. His bold confident line and fluid sweeps of color make his work mesmerizing and now for the first time, New Yorkers and visitors alike can have a private view of the process and Izak’s studio.
Izak’s daring move from a private studio to the bustling floors of Henri Bendel, creating a very personal salon-like setting, embodies the Bendel’s theme of the season: Fearless Creators. Along with commissions, portraits, and customization of Henri Bendel accessories, Izak will conduct his everyday work in the public eye. Guests will be able to pose for their portraits and style themselves in clothing generously provided by The Albright Fashion Library.
Izak will create his gorgeous illustrations in full view of Bendel shoppers daily through December 22nd. The studio is located on the store’s 2nd floor and guests can look in as they search for the perfect holiday gift.
Move-in day is November 29th.
Launch Party November 30th 6-8pm
HENRI BENDEL
712 Fifth Avenue at 56th Street, 2nd Floor
Kindly RSVP to HenriBendelEvents@lb.com
Izak will also host live portrait-drawing events December 6th and 15th
Portrait commissions are at a special holiday rate of $1,500.00. In addition, limited edition prints, as well as customized handbags and accessories, will be for sale.
Don’t miss this privileged peek into the life of the artist’s studio and book your portrait sitting early! Please contact jacob@traffic-nyc.com or call +1212 734 0041 for more on pricing and availability.
