Artists - Illustration History

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

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."

Illustrator, painter, and leader of the American Modernist movement.

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.

Graphic artist who worked in the Black Panther Party in the 70s.

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

Artist and photographer whose illustrations and photographs were published in numerous mainstream national magazines.

Known for his distinctive style, English is the most awarded artist in the history of New York City’s Society of Illustrators.

Illustrator and fine artist most famous for his realist paintings and etchings.

Commercial illustrator turned landscape painter best known for transforming light into an emotional subject.

Flagg created the iconic World War I poster, "I Want YOU for the U.S. Army."

Popular illustrator and influential instructor to a generation of 20th century illustrators at the Art Students League.

Meticulous illustrator of plants, animals, and natural environments.

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."

Artist and illustrator best known for his work with cardboard.

Golden Age illustrator known for her work in "Harper's" and "Ladies' Home Journal."

Best-known for his book series "Dinotopia"—a lost island where dinosaurs and humans cohabitate.

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