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Jon Foster

b. 1941

American freelance illustrator, penciler, and sculptor

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About Jon Foster

Born 1941. Jon Foster is an American painter and sculptor.

Jon Foster is an American freelance illustrator, penciler, and sculptor.

Biography Foster is best known for his comic book covers (DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics) and other works featured in role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons and Alternity.

Jon Foster studied illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design and graduated in 1989. His paintings are oils on canvas and are known to have a dark or muted color palette. Typically, they incorporate subject matter like good vs. evil, anger, and adventure. Before a project is complete, Foster scans his paintings into a computer to add digital effects.

Earlier in his career, Jon collaborated with artists such as Rick Berry and Dave Dorman (well known Star Wars artist).

Foster has illustrated cards for the Magic: The Gathering collectible card game.

Some of his achievements include multiple awards from the prestigious Spectrum sci-fi and fantasy art publications. Fender Lizards by Joe R. Lansdale (Subterranean Press, 2015)

Comics Aliens vs. Predator vs. Terminator Batman: the Ring, the Arrow and the Bat Hunter The Nightmare Factory - Volume 2 Species Star Wars Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Other references Spectrum 6 (December 1999) Spectrum 8 (November 2001) Spectrum 9 (December 2002) Spectrum 10 (October 2003) Spectrum 11 (November 2004)

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1941
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Rhode Island School of Design

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jon Foster?

American freelance illustrator, penciler, and sculptor

When was Jon Foster born?

Jon Foster was born in 1941.

What is Jon Foster's occupation?

Jon Foster is a painter and sculptor.

What nationality is Jon Foster?

Jon Foster is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jon Foster

· Wikidata: Q6270723

· DBpedia: Jon Foster (artist)

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