Creator

Will Eisner

Biography

Will Eisner was a pioneering comic book artist and writer, known for his innovative storytelling techniques and contributions to the graphic novel format. He created iconic characters and series, most notably 'The Spirit', which showcased his unique blend of art and narrative. Eisner's work has had a lasting impact on the comic book industry, influencing countless creators and shaping the medium's evolution.

Creator Details

Name

Will Eisner

Also Known As

William Erwin Eisner, William Erwin Maxwell, Willis B. Rensie, Leon Spuds, Will Erwin, William Erwin, Carl Heck, Willis, Willis Nerr, Willis Rensie, W. Morgan Thomas, Ford Davis, Ford Davies

Issues

Gender

Male

Birth Date

February 6, 1917

Death Date

January 3, 2005

Birth Place

Brooklyn, NY

Country

United States

Awards

William Randolph Hearst Cartoon Hall of Fame, Harvey Award - Harvey Kurtzman Hall of Fame (2015), ComicsPRO Industry Memorial Award (2013), Troféu HQ Mix - Desenhista estrangeiro (Best Foreign Penciller) (2005), Peng! - Der Münchner Comicpreis - Beste deutschsprachige Veröffentlichung eines Comicklassikers (2005), Squiddy Award - Best Cartoonist (2004), Premios Haxtur (Haxtur Awards) - Author That We Loved (2003), Troféu HQ Mix - Desenhista estrangeiro (Best Foreign Penciller) (1999), Adamson Awards - Adamson Gold (1998), National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award - Cartoonist of the Year (1998), Yomiuri International Manga Award - Comic Illustrators and Authors (1996), Premios Haxtur (Haxtur Awards) - Author That We Loved (1995), Max-und-Moritz-Preis - Sonderpreis für ein herausragendes Lebenswerk (1994), Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award (1994), National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award - Milton Caniff Lifetime Achievement Award (1994), UK Comic Art Award - Career Achievement Award (1994), Harvey Award - Best Cartoonist (1993), Harvey Award - Best Writer (1993), National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award - Comic Book Division (1988), Kirby Award - Hall of Fame (1987), National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award - Comic Book Division (1987), Yellow Kid Award - Comic Illustrators and Authors (1986), Eagle Awards - Roll of Honour (1983), National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award - Story Comic Book Division (1979), Angoulême International Comics Festival - Grand Prix de la ville d'Angoulême (1975), Inkpot Award (1975), Shazam Award - Hall of Fame (1971), National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award - Comic Book Division (1969), National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award - Comic Book Division (1968), National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award - Comic Book Division (1967)

Links

www.willeisner.com/