Michael Whelan

Michael Whelan is a renowned American artist of imaginative realism, born on June 29, 1950. He has worked as an illustrator for over 30 years, specializing in science fiction and fantasy cover art. Since the mid-1990s, he has pursued a fine art career, selling non-commissioned paintings through galleries in the United States. Whelan's work has been widely acclaimed for its unique blend of fantasy and realism. He is known for his collaborations with notable authors, including Michael Moorcock and H.P. Lovecraft. Whelan is based in the United States.