Artists - Illustration History

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

American illustrator most famous for his paintings of pin-up models.

One of the most famous pin-up artists of the 20th century.

Prolific cover artist of pulp magazines.

Pinup artist of the 1940s and 1950s who later turned to photography.

Artist who created Coca-Cola's iconic Santa Claus.

One of the leading fantasy artists of his time, Vallejo's paintings are often filled with eroticism.