Artists - Illustration History

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

Legendary cartoonist known for his fast, expressive drawings and MAD Magazine work.

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

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

Talented caricaturist, best known for satirizing films and celebrities in MAD Magazine for decades.

One of the most-awarded fantasy and science fiction artists in contemporary illustration.

One of the original members of Harvey Kurtzman's MAD magazine.

Cuban-born Ric Estrada emigrated to the U.S. where he illustrated comic books, animation, and bible stories.

Illustrator of comic strips and books; first Black artist to win the Caldecott Medal.

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

William Hanna and Joseph Barbera created Saturday morning cartoons.

Polish illustrator of dark fantasy worlds he creates for books and games.

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

Crockett Johnson (1906 – 1975) was an American cartoonist, children’s book author/illustrator, abstract painter, inventor, and sailing enthusiast.

Popular mid-century pulp and comic book artist who is now a portrait artist.

Comic book artist and writer whose impact on the medium is unmatched.

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

Pioneer of copyright ownership for comic book artists; creator of many comic book series, including "Hellboy."

Highly influential comic book artist known for his intense, noir aesthetic.

The nephew of Norman Rockwell achieved success in multiple genres of illustration.

Ross has revitalized classic superheroes into works of fine art.

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