Artists - Illustration History

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

Surrealist painter who created a new art form of interpretive landscapes and portraits.

Engraver, illustrator, and the youngest of the Dalziel Brothers.

Artist who helped expand the practice and growth of illustration in the United States.

Darrow was an American cartoonist and author, best known for his fifty-year career at "The New Yorker."

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

Early 20th century illustrator who played a central role in the culture of African Americans.

Best-known for his "New Yorker" covers and animated character design.

A master lithographer and noted painter of landscapes in watercolor and oil.

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."

Cartoonist, author, and creator of digital live drawing

Illustrator most famous for his work addressing social issues around race by utilizing African-centric imagery.

Illustrator and "Punch" cartoonist famous for his fairy books.

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

Painter, draughtsman, printmaker, and author who is considered to be the greatest artist of the German Renaissance.

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

Cuban-born Ric Estrada emigrated to the U.S. where he illustrated comic books, animation, and bible stories.

Iranian illustrator of children's picture books, commercial products, and apparel.

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

Possessed a superb sense for composition and detail.

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