Artists - Illustration History

This ever-expanding reference list provides background on a diverse spectrum of illustrators across time, cultures, and artistic styles.

A portrait painter, muralist, and an illustrator of books and magazines.

Inspired by William Blake and John Martin, Barlowe is one of today's finest illustrators of fantasy hellscapes.

An influential artist whose bold, black and white drawings came to define the Decadent movement in Britain.

Illustrator whose work was filled with themes of danger, pleasure, and intrigue.

Pen-and-ink artist noted for his drawing style reminiscent of wood engravings.

One of the most popular fantasy artists of his generation, Brom's work is filled with haunting themes.

Prolific children's book illustrator of the late 19th and early 20th century.

Illustrator whose depictions often possesses a sweet quality, with a nod to the sinister.

Prodigious author and illustrator of award-winning children’s books.

American pen and ink artist who illustrated for newspapers, novels, and periodicals at the turn of the 20th century.

American cartoonist and illustrator who worked as a commercial artist, and was part of the founding staff of MAD magazine.

With her husband, Leo Dillon, illustrated children’s books, paperback books, and magazine covers.

One of the premier fantasy artists of his generation, he co-created "The Spiderwick Chronicles."

Prominent French-British artist who worked during the last years of the Golden Age of Illustration.

One of the most-awarded fantasy and science fiction artists in contemporary illustration.

One of the original members of Harvey Kurtzman's MAD magazine.

Contemporary illustrator best known for painting detailed covers for mystery novels.

One of the most influential fantasy illustrators of the late 20th century.

One of today's most beloved fantasy artists, Giancola paints in a classical style.

Using eye-popping imagery, Gogos painted more than fifty covers of "Famous Monsters of Filmland."

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