Artists - Illustration History

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

Prolific illustrator of children’s books, magazines, greeting cards, and theater posters.

Author/illustrator who hoped to encourage those who are struggling to find meaning in their lives.

German-American illustrator whose work explores political and social issues through her drawing and visual narratives.

Editor and cartoonist best known for his creation and collaboration on the humor magazine MAD.

American illustrator and cartoonist whose work has been featured in various publications, and who is most notable for his work for MAD magazine.

An illustrator who has influenced cartoonists and animators throughout the Twentieth Century.

Highly influential comic book artist known for his intense, noir aesthetic.

Prolific fantasy illustrator who has published several books featuring fantastic creatures.

An influential mid-20th century illustrator known for her vibrant psychedelic style art.

German-American puppeteer and illustrator regarded as the father of modern puppetry in North America.

Creator of the popular "Peanuts" comic strip.

Best known for creating Superman, in collaboration with writer Jerry Siegel.

Influential animator and character designer at Hanna-Barbera.

A highly acclaimed humorous illustrator and animator.

An illustrator who transformed the perception of dinosaurs, and a designer of films.

Disney animator who became Creative Producer for Hanna-Barbera.

Comic book artist and animator who draws superheroes using a minimalist style.

Toth created and designed many of Hanna-Barbera's most famous characters.

Comic book artist, cartoonist, and creator of Hanna-Barbera's popular "Jonny Quest" cartoon.

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