Becky Cloonan
Comic book author and illustrator
Born
June 23rd, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American author and illustrator specializing in comics, contributions include work on titles such as 'Gotham Academy' and 'Southern Cross'. Beginning a career in independent comics, significant work includes illustrations for 'Hellboy' and 'Batman'. Cloonan frequently collaborates with major comic publishers and has received critical acclaim for storytelling and artistry. As a winner of several industry awards, contributions have influenced contemporary comic narratives.
Illustrated 'Gotham Academy'
Worked on 'Southern Cross'
Illustrated for 'Hellboy'
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