William S. Gillies

William S. Gillies

William S. Gillies (1911 – 2000) was an United States artist.

Gillies is best remembered as an illustrator for the covers of several books including the "Ken Holt Mysteries", "Nancy Drew Mysteries", and "Hardy Boys Mysteries". He also drew for "Colliers" Magazine and "Saturday Home Magazine". He was also a gifted painter of portraits.

Gillies was also the creator of the lettering font "Gillies Gothic".

External links

* [http://www.askart.com/askart/g/william_s_gillies/william_s_gillies.aspx Ask Art: William S. Gillies (1911 - 2000)]


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