This ever-expanding reference list provides background on a diverse spectrum of illustrators across time, cultures, and artistic styles.
Charles Alston
A noted painter, illustrator, sculptor, teacher, and muralist whose work covered subjects of race, religion, civil rights, and everyday life in the south.
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.
Albrecht Dürer
Painter, draughtsman, printmaker, and author who is considered to be the greatest artist of the German Renaissance.
Rudy Gutierrez
Artist and teacher whose focus is uplifting the viewer through abstract and emotional pieces.
Walter Beach Humphrey
American illustrator for "The Saturday Evening Post," "Time," and "Liberty" magazines.
Jacob Lawrence
Social realist and visual storyteller who portrayed people of color in a vibrant, geometric style.
Leo Lionni
Groundbreaking modernist designer and children’s book illustrator who emerged as one of the international design community's most influential pathfinders and bridge-builders.
Lynn Pauley
A visual journalist, illustrator, and educator who focuses on direct, on location drawing and painting.
James Ransome
Illustrator of children’s books focusing on African American figures in history, politics, sports, and the arts.