Artists - Illustration History

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

Significant anatomist and drawing teacher of over forty years at the Art Students League in New York City.

Briggs used informal poses to create reality in his work.

One of the premier fantasy artists of his generation, he co-created "The Spiderwick Chronicles."

Known for his distinctive style, English is the most awarded artist in the history of New York City’s Society of Illustrators.

Meticulous illustrator of plants, animals, and natural environments.

Best known for travel posters and paintings of wildlife for Weyerhauser Timber.

Award-winning author/artist who depicts how things work—from simple gadgets to monumental structures.

British Romantic painter known for depicting apocalyptic themes.

Long-time illustrator for "National Geographic Society Magazine."

Illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist, known for her stories of Peter Rabbit.

Illustrator of children's books; famous for fairies, goblins, and other fantastical creatures.

Best-known for his Boy Scout paintings and "Saturday Evening Post" covers, he inspired generations of Americans.

The nephew of Norman Rockwell achieved success in multiple genres of illustration.

Golden Age illustrator known for her depictions of children.

An American illustrator, graphic novelist, and educator.

One of Great Britain's most distinguished architects.