This ever-expanding reference list provides background on a diverse spectrum of illustrators across time, cultures, and artistic styles.
Clayton Knight
Aviation illustrator and author who served as an official artist for the United States Army Air Forces.
Charles Lilly
Award-winning illustrator for a wide variety of clients; most famous for his portrait of Malcolm X.
Don Maitz
Award-winning fantasy artist whose work is on books by Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Stephen King, and more.
Neysa McMein
Created many cover illustrations and pastel drawings of strong and spirited American women.
Kadir Nelson
Contemporary illustrator and author focusing on the interconnectivity of the human experience in America.
Robert Peak
Illustrator best-known for his distinct style which he incorporated into film posters and advertisements.
Brian Pinkney
Acclaimed illustrator of children's books often with an emphasis on African American history and culture.
James Ransome
Illustrator of children’s books focusing on African American figures in history, politics, sports, and the arts.
Faith Ringgold
Painter, book illustrator, sculptor, performance artist, and writer who has worked across media, styles, and techniques.
Tony Sarg
German-American puppeteer and illustrator regarded as the father of modern puppetry in North America.
Emanuel Schongut
Schongut has illustrated for advertising, book design, and poster art, and his own children's books.
Katharine Sturges
American illustrator, author, and designer whose works have appeared in magazines, children's books, and other publications.
Boris Vallejo
One of the leading fantasy artists of his time, Vallejo's paintings are often filled with eroticism.