This ever-expanding reference list provides background on a diverse spectrum of illustrators across time, cultures, and artistic styles.
Dong Kingman
A pioneer of the “California Style” school of painting, Kingman was an influential teacher of illustration.
Hilary Knight
Prolific illustrator of children’s books, magazines, greeting cards, and theater posters.
John La Gatta
Prolific 20th century illustrator known primarily for his depictions of glamorous women at leisure.
J.C. Leyendecker
J.C. Leyendecker rose to fame as the creator of elegant artworks for mass publication.
Frank Xavier Leyendecker
Popular illustrator of commercial products, magazines, and books in the early 20th century.
Charles Lilly
Award-winning illustrator for a wide variety of clients; most famous for his portrait of Malcolm X.
Leo Lionni
Groundbreaking modernist designer and children’s book illustrator who emerged as one of the international design community's most influential pathfinders and bridge-builders.
Don Maitz
Award-winning fantasy artist whose work is on books by Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Stephen King, and more.
Gregory Manchess
Prolific oil painter who has illustrated books, magazines, postage stamps, and his own fantasy novel.
Roy McKie
Author and illustrator most famous for his collaboration with Dr. Seuss and the Beginner Books imprint series.
June Reynard McKie
American artist well-known for her fashion illustration and portraiture, and whose work has been featured both in the US and abroad.
Neysa McMein
Created many cover illustrations and pastel drawings of strong and spirited American women.
Norman Mingo
Commercial and magazine artist well-known for his depiction of MAD Magazine’s smiling mascot, Alfred E. Neuman.
Jacqui Morgan
An influential mid-20th century illustrator known for her vibrant psychedelic style art.
Kadir Nelson
Contemporary illustrator and author focusing on the interconnectivity of the human experience in America.
Evaline Ness
American illustrator and author of children’s books known for her great variety of mediums and methods.