This ever-expanding reference list provides background on a diverse spectrum of illustrators across time, cultures, and artistic styles.
James Gurney
Best-known for his book series "Dinotopia"—a lost island where dinosaurs and humans cohabitate.
Thea Kliros
Author and illustrator whose work had appeared in numerous fashion magazines, and is primarily known for her work in children's books.
Hilary Knight
Prolific illustrator of children’s books, magazines, greeting cards, and theater posters.
Robert Maguire
Twentieth century American illustrator best known for his cover work for crime noir novels.
Don Maitz
Award-winning fantasy artist whose work is on books by Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Stephen King, and more.
Gregory Manchess
Prolific oil painter who has illustrated books, magazines, postage stamps, and his own fantasy novel.
Roy McKie
Author and illustrator most famous for his collaboration with Dr. Seuss and the Beginner Books imprint series.
Mike Mignola
Pioneer of copyright ownership for comic book artists; creator of many comic book series, including "Hellboy."
Jean-Baptiste Monge
Prolific fantasy illustrator who has published several books featuring fantastic creatures.
Alessandra Pisano
The winner of the Spectrum Rising Star award, Pisano paints images with elements of mythology and magic.
Arthur Rackham
Illustrator of children's books; famous for fairies, goblins, and other fantastical creatures.
Tony Sarg
German-American puppeteer and illustrator regarded as the father of modern puppetry in North America.
