This ever-expanding reference list provides background on a diverse spectrum of illustrators across time, cultures, and artistic styles.
Pat Oliphant
The Australian-born American cartoonist has been labeled “the most influential editorial cartoonist” of his time.
Lynn Pauley
A visual journalist, illustrator, and educator who focuses on direct, on location drawing and painting.
Robert Peak
Illustrator best-known for his distinct style which he incorporated into film posters and advertisements.
Joseph Pennell
Artist and author who spent most of his life working, and depicting European architecture and street scenes.
Coles Phillips
Successful illustrator who portrayed romantic femininity using a distinctive technique called “fade-away.”
Brian Pinkney
Acclaimed illustrator of children's books often with an emphasis on African American history and culture.
Alessandra Pisano
The winner of the Spectrum Rising Star award, Pisano paints images with elements of mythology and magic.
Beatrix Potter
Illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist, known for her stories of Peter Rabbit.
Arthur Rackham
Illustrator of children's books; famous for fairies, goblins, and other fantastical creatures.
James Ransome
Illustrator of children’s books focusing on African American figures in history, politics, sports, and the arts.
Walt Reed
An artist, author, and art historian, Reed made a lifelong commitment to scholarship related to the art of illustration.
Faith Ringgold
Painter, book illustrator, sculptor, performance artist, and writer who has worked across media, styles, and techniques.