Artists - Illustration History

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

Graphic artist who worked in the Black Panther Party in the 70s.

Cuban-born Ric Estrada emigrated to the U.S. where he illustrated comic books, animation, and bible stories.

Illustrator of magazines, as well as portraits and Western scenes.

Flagg created the iconic World War I poster, "I Want YOU for the U.S. Army."

Jetter uses visual memoir to tell personal stories and addresses political and social concerns.

Prolific illustrator and visual reporter primarily known for his humorous caricatures in major magazines.

Canadian illustrator known for her metaphorical political artwork.

Ground-breaking illustrator most famous for her Kewpie creations.

Artist and author who spent most of his life working, and depicting European architecture and street scenes.

A political cartoonist and illustrator, famous for his illustrations for Alice in Wonderland.

Warhol appropriated images of everyday objects and celebrities and turned them into works of fine art.