Artists - Illustration History

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

Award-winning fantasy artist whose work is on books by Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Stephen King, and more.

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

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

Author and illustrator most famous for his collaboration with Dr. Seuss and the Beginner Books imprint series.

American artist well-known for her fashion illustration and portraiture, and whose work has been featured both in the US and abroad.

Created many cover illustrations and pastel drawings of strong and spirited American women.

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

Illustrator and designer of magazines, costumes, and stage productions.

Known for her painted scenes of rural life in America, Moses began her art career at age 78.

A Harlem Renaissance artist who addressed African American life and his own multiracial background.

Contemporary illustrator and author focusing on the interconnectivity of the human experience in America.

Ground-breaking illustrator most famous for her Kewpie creations.

Golden Age illustrator, muralist, and stained glass artist.

A visual journalist, illustrator, and educator who focuses on direct, on location drawing and painting.

Illustrator best-known for his distinct style which he incorporated into film posters and advertisements.

Artist and author who spent most of his life working, and depicting European architecture and street scenes.

American illustrator most famous for her work with "The New Yorker."

Acclaimed illustrator of children's books often with an emphasis on African American history and culture.

Illustrator of children's books; famous for fairies, goblins, and other fantastical creatures.

Illustrator of children’s books focusing on African American figures in history, politics, sports, and the arts.

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