Artists - Illustration History

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

A portrait painter, muralist, and an illustrator of books and magazines.

An influential artist whose bold, black and white drawings came to define the Decadent movement in Britain.

Pen-and-ink artist noted for his drawing style reminiscent of wood engravings.

One of the most popular fantasy artists of his generation, Brom's work is filled with haunting themes.

Prolific children's book illustrator of the late 19th and early 20th century.

American pen and ink artist who illustrated for newspapers, novels, and periodicals at the turn of the 20th century.

Worked with her husband, artist Leo Dillon, to illustrate children’s books, adult paperback books, and magazine covers.

One of the premier fantasy artists of his generation, he co-created "The Spiderwick Chronicles."

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

One of the most influential fantasy illustrators of the late 20th century.

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

William Hanna and Joseph Barbera created Saturday morning cartoons.

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

Ground-breaking illustrator most famous for her Kewpie creations.

Maxfield Parrish illustrated poetic narratives set in other-worldly landscapes.

Prolific cover artist of pulp magazines.

An illustrator who transformed the perception of dinosaurs, and a designer of films.

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