This ever-expanding reference list provides background on a diverse spectrum of illustrators across time, cultures, and artistic styles.
Faith Burrows
Faith Burrows (1904-1997) was an American cartoonist, most prominent during the Jazz Age (1919-1942), depicting flapper fashion and lifestyle through her popular series, Ritzy Rosey, Flapper Filosofy, and Beautyettes.
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Jack Davis
American cartoonist and illustrator who worked as a commercial artist, and was part of the founding staff of MAD magazine.
Charles C. Dawson
Early 20th century illustrator who played a central role in the culture of African Americans.
Aaron Douglas
Illustrator most famous for his work addressing social issues around race by utilizing African-centric imagery.
Fred Eng
Artist and photographer whose illustrations and photographs were published in numerous mainstream national magazines.
Basil Gogos
Using eye-popping imagery, Gogos painted more than fifty covers of "Famous Monsters of Filmland."
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Loïs Mailou Jones
An influential figure of the Harlem Renaissance movement and mentor of African American artists.
Akinsanya Kambon
Former Marine and illustrator for "The Black Panther" newspaper who later became a sculptor and gallery owner.
Harvey Kurtzman
Editor and cartoonist best known for his creation and collaboration on the humor magazine MAD.
Don Martin
American illustrator and cartoonist whose work has been featured in various publications, and who is most notable for his work for MAD magazine.
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Norman Mingo
Commercial and magazine artist well-known for his depiction of MAD Magazine’s smiling mascot, Alfred E. Neuman.
Antonio Prohías
Cuban political artist who skillfully blended satire and espionage, creating the iconic Spy vs. Spy comic series.