This ever-expanding reference list provides background on a diverse spectrum of illustrators across time, cultures, and artistic styles.
Julian Allen
Julian Allen was best known for his ability to create realistic, convincing portrayals of unwitnessed events.
Virginia Lee Burton
The award-winning author and illustrator of children’s books founded the Folly Cove Designers.
Milton Caniff
Influential adventure illustrator who created popular comic strips "Terry and the Pirates" and "Steve Canyon."
Joseph Clement Coll
American pen and ink artist who illustrated for newspapers, novels, and periodicals at the turn of the 20th century.
Felix Octavius Carr Darley
Artist who helped expand the practice and growth of illustration in the United States.
Aaron Douglas
Illustrator most famous for his work addressing social issues around race by utilizing African-centric imagery.
Ric Estrada
Cuban-born Ric Estrada emigrated to the U.S. where he illustrated comic books, animation, and bible stories.
Frances Jetter
Jetter uses visual memoir to tell personal stories and addresses political and social concerns.
Akinsanya Kambon
Former Marine and illustrator for "The Black Panther" newspaper who later became a sculptor and gallery owner.