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Artist Spotlight

Many, if not most, of the images in our Asgard Press Vintage and Retro Calendars were created by artists of a by-gone era who’s work helped shape and define the times in which they lived. To honor these artists, illustrators, and photographers, we’re dedicating this space as an Artist Spotlight to share biographical information and artwork about the people behind the posters, paintings, and magazine covers. Check back often as we will be updating this page with an ongoing tribute of entries.

David Klein: Master of the Mid-Century Travel Poster

David Klein: Master of the Mid-Century Travel Poster

David Klein (1918-2005) was an American artist, widely recognized for his iconic travel posters, particularly those created for Trans World…

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Margaret Brundage: Queen of Pulp Horror Illustration

Margaret Brundage: Queen of Pulp Horror Illustration

In the early twentieth century when women mainly adhered to traditional gender roles, some stood out for their strength, independence,…

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Alberto Vargas, The King of Pin-Up Art

Alberto Vargas, The King of Pin-Up Art

Alberto Vargas, born Joaquin Alberto Vargas y Chávez in 1896 in Arequipa, Peru, was the son of Max T. Vargas,…

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Pierre-Joseph Redouté, Illustrator of Beauty

Pierre-Joseph Redouté, Illustrator of Beauty

Pierre-Joseph Redouté (1759-1840) is probably one of the best-known names in botanical illustration. Redouté was a Belgian artist who is…

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Artist Spotlight: Earle Bergey: Pulps, Paperbacks, and Pinups

Artist Spotlight: Earle Bergey: Pulps, Paperbacks, and Pinups

If you’ve even had a passing glance at the pulp fiction magazines of the 1930s-1950s, then you’ve probably seen the…

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Throwback Thursday: The Art of JC Leyendecker

Throwback Thursday: The Art of JC Leyendecker

Today we’re throwing back to the Golden Age of American illustration with three October covers from The Saturday Evening Post.…

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