Johnny Craig

American author and illustrator of comics

Johnny Craig - American author and illustrator of comics
Born

April 25th, 1926
99 years ago

Died

September 13th, 2001
24 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American author and illustrator contributed significantly to the comic book industry during the mid-20th century. Craig worked for many major publishers, including EC Comics, where he developed a distinctive style. He specialized in horror and crime comics, and his work featured storytelling that combined graphic illustrations with engaging narratives. His contributions included both writing and illustrating, marking a substantial presence in the field of comic literature. His career included the role of editor and involvement in various successful series. Craig's artistic talents and storytelling abilities helped define a generation of comic book aesthetics.

Illustrated and wrote for EC Comics

Created notable series such as 'Tales from the Crypt'

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