gallery hanahou and CWC Group present "Illustration à la Mode", Contemporary Commercial Illustration and the Artists Behind It, now through October 31.

In the 21st century, illustration is more popular than ever in branding, advertising, and fashion. This September, gallery hanahou teams up with the artists of CWC Group to present the public with an exhibit of international commercial illustration from recent years, encompassing everything from collaborations with top fashion designers to global ad campaigns to children's books. Projects big and small are represented, for a comprehensive study of the latest trends and innovations in the marketable image.

The artist-selected commercial projects are accompanied by glimpses into each artist's creative process and personality via sketches, inspirational photographs, and non-commercial work. As the artists behind the commercial art emerges, the show takes on multilayered meanings for visitors: creative professionals may find inspiration for new projects, art students will gain insight into a compelling profession, and the general public will discover a fresh perspective on the captivating images they see every day.

Participating artists include:

Annika Wester | Amore Hirosuke | Ayako Machida | Chico Hayasaki | Chris Long | Erotic Dragon | Hiromi Sato | Isabelle Dervaux | Jeffrey Fulvimari | Jessie Hartland | Jun Iida | Kacchi | Karine Daisay | Kana Kobayashi | Lisa Grue | Lotie | LULU* | Mamechiyo | Marcus Oakley | masaki ryo | Masayuki Ogisu | Stina Persson | SUPERDEUX | Tina Berning | Tomoto | Yurie Kamii

Clients include:

Anna Sui | Blue Note Records | Face Boutique | Headline Publishing | Le Sportsac | Louis Vuitton | Mattel | Microsoft | Mudpuppy | The New York Times Magazine | New Yorker | NYLON | Nokia | Penguin | Shu Uemura | Vogue Pelle
and more

gallery hanahou
611 Broadway, Suite 730, NYC
www.galleryhanahou.com

Mon-Fri noon-6 pm
Sat by appt. only
For more information or press inquiries, please call 646-486-6586 or email agent@cwc-i.com.