Artists - Illustration History

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

Briggs used informal poses to create reality in his work.

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

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."

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

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

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."

Polish illustrator of dark fantasy worlds he creates for books and games.

Prolific oil painter who has illustrated books, magazines, postage stamps, and his own fantasy novel.

Illustrator best-known for his distinct style which he incorporated into film posters and advertisements.

An artist, author, and art historian, Reed made a lifelong commitment to scholarship related to the art of illustration.

Schongut has illustrated for advertising, book design, and poster art, and his own children's books.

One of the leading fantasy artists of his time, Vallejo's paintings are often filled with eroticism.