This ever-expanding reference list provides background on a diverse spectrum of illustrators across time, cultures, and artistic styles.
Wayne Barlowe
Inspired by William Blake and John Martin, Barlowe is one of today's finest illustrators of fantasy hellscapes.
Aubrey Beardsley
An influential artist whose bold, black and white drawings came to define the Decadent movement in Britain.
Thomas Blackshear
Illustrator of iconic portraits of African American heroes, angels, and movie stars.
Brom
One of the most popular fantasy artists of his generation, Brom's work is filled with haunting themes.
Scott Brundage
Illustrator whose depictions often possesses a sweet quality, with a nod to the sinister.
Diane Dillon
With her husband, Leo Dillon, illustrated children’s books, paperback books, and magazine covers.
Tony DiTerlizzi
One of the premier fantasy artists of his generation, he co-created "The Spiderwick Chronicles."
Bob Eggleton
One of the most-awarded fantasy and science fiction artists in contemporary illustration.
Teresa Fasolino
Contemporary illustrator best known for painting detailed covers for mystery novels.
Basil Gogos
Using eye-popping imagery, Gogos painted more than fifty covers of "Famous Monsters of Filmland."
James Gurney
Best-known for his book series "Dinotopia"—a lost island where dinosaurs and humans cohabitate.
Scott Gustafson
Award-winning fantasy artist who specializes in fanciful renditions of classic fairy tales.
Don Maitz
Award-winning fantasy artist whose work is on books by Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Stephen King, and more.
Gregory Manchess
Prolific oil painter who has illustrated books, magazines, postage stamps, and his own fantasy novel.