Artists - Illustration History

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

Illustrator best known for his work with MAD magazine and his series "The Lighter Side."

Prodigious author and illustrator of award-winning children’s books.

American cartoonist and illustrator who worked as a commercial artist, and was part of the founding staff of MAD magazine.

Early 20th century illustrator who played a central role in the culture of African Americans.

Illustrator most famous for his work addressing social issues around race by utilizing African-centric imagery.

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.

Using eye-popping imagery, Gogos painted more than fifty covers of "Famous Monsters of Filmland."

Writer and artist best known for his MAD magazine fold-ins.

An influential figure of the Harlem Renaissance movement and mentor of African American artists.

Former Marine and illustrator for "The Black Panther" newspaper who later became a sculptor and gallery owner.

Editor and cartoonist best known for his creation and collaboration on the humor magazine MAD.

Author, illustrator, and teacher known for her work with children's books.

American illustrator and author of award-winning books for children.

American illustrator and cartoonist whose work has been featured in various publications, and who is most notable for his work for MAD magazine.

Commercial and magazine artist well-known for his depiction of MAD Magazine’s smiling mascot, Alfred E. Neuman.