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.
Ernie Barnes
Artist whose experience as a professional athlete helped influence the subject and flow of his work.
Maginel Wright Enright Barney
Early 20th century illustrator best known for her work in children’s book illustration.
Thomas Blackshear
Illustrator of iconic portraits of African American heroes, angels, and movie stars.
Robert M. Cunningham
Illustrator for a variety of America’s leading magazines, using sports themes as a common subject matter.
Charles C. Dawson
Early 20th century illustrator who played a central role in the culture of African Americans.
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."
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Ric Estrada
Cuban-born Ric Estrada emigrated to the U.S. where he illustrated comic books, animation, and bible stories.