Leo Dillon

(March 2, 1933 -- May 26, 2012)

Leo Dillon was an illustrator of children's books and adult paperback book and magazine covers. He did nearly all of his work with his wife Diane Dillon. In 50+ years they created more than 100 SF book and magazine covers together as well as much interior artwork.

Awards, Honors and GoHships:

• 1969 -- Best Professional Artist Hugo nominee
• 1970 -- Best Professional Artist Hugo nominee
• 1971 -- Best Professional Artist Hugo
• 1976 -- Caldecott Medal
• 1977 -- Caldecott Medal
• 1992 -- (Coveted) Balrog Award
• 1999 -- 25th World Fantasy Convention
• 2008 -- WFC Lifetime Achievement Award
• Locus Award

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Person

1933—2012

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