**Elsa Beskow** (1874-1953) was a Swedish author and illustrator. She is best known for her children's books, which often feature whimsical and fantastical elements, as well as her unique and charming illustrations.

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Beskow's work is heavily influenced by the folklore and traditions of her native Sweden, as well as the Art Nouveau movement. Her illustrations are characterized by their bright colors, imaginative themes, and intricate details.

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Added to a Midjourney prompt, Elsa Beskow's name brings adorable pictures, with lots of flowers, plants, and animals, with a delicate color palette, and a great sense of style.

**Jeff Smith** (b. 1960) is an American cartoonist and comic book creator. He is best known for his critically acclaimed graphic novel series "Bone," which has been widely regarded as a classic of the comic book genre.

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Smith's name in Midjourney creates almost photorealistic pictures with sharp lines, bright colors, and well-balanced composition.

**Akira Toriyama** (b. 1955) is a Japanese manga artist. He is best known for creating the popular manga series "Dragon Ball" which was serialized from 1984 to 1995. He is considered to be one of the most influential and successful manga artists of all time.

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Toriyama's work is primarily in the shonen genre, which is aimed at young boys and features action, adventure, and humor. He is known for his clean, bold lines and vivid character designs, as well as his imaginative world-building and inventive use of science fiction elements.

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Toriyama's name used in *--niji* style brings out bright and detailed images, vibrant colors, and interesting characters.

**Liniers** (b. 1973) is the pen name of Argentine cartoonist and comic strip artist **Ricardo Siri**. He is known for his ability to create imaginative and charming characters, as well as for his sense of humor and satire.

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Liniers' style in Midjourney is one of the cutest, with adorable and recognizable characters, a great narrative component, and an overall charming vibe.

**Bill Carman** (b. 1960) is an American artist. He is best known for his highly detailed and realistic illustrations, which often feature wildlife, nature, and Americana themes.

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Carman's style in Midjourney is full of rich colors, fantastic creatures, and deep emotional meaning.

**Angela Barrett** (b. 1955) is an English illustrator and author famous for her enchanting and atmospheric illustrations, which are often inspired by folklore, fairy tales, and mythology.

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Barrett's name in Midjourney creates delicate and dreamlike images, full of grace and elegance.

**Andy Kehoe** (b. 1985) is an American artist, best known for his dreamlike paintings and illustrations, which feature a unique blend of whimsical imagery and surrealistic elements.

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Kehoe's name added to Midjourney prompts creates highly imaginative and surrealistic compositions, which often feature otherworldly creatures and dreamlike landscapes.

**Charles Vess** (b. 1951) is an American artist and illustrator, best known for his illustrations in comic books and graphic novels, as well as his work in the fantasy and mythology genres.

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He is famous for his imaginative and detailed illustrations, as well as his ability to create captivating storytelling through his images. Vess's work is heavily influenced by classic illustration, the Art Nouveau movement, and the storytelling traditions of folklore and myth.

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Charles Vess's name added to Midjourney prompts brings to life images full of rich colors and intricate details.

**Shaun Tan** (b. 1974) is an Australian author, illustrator, and filmmaker best known for his illustrated books, including "The Arrival," "Tales from Outer Suburbia," and "The Red Tree."

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He is famous for his ability to create imaginative and haunting imagery, often combining elements of fantasy and surrealism with a strong sense of storytelling.

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Tan's name added to Midjourney prompts brings weirdly attractive and unique images, surrealistic and captivating. Yet another Library staff's favorite!

**Alexander Jansson** (b. 1982) is a Swedish graphic designer and illustrator. He is best known for his whimsical and playful illustrations and designs, which often feature bold colors and clean lines.

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Jansson's name in Midjourney prompts brings fantastic results with cute creatures, vibrant colors, and recognizable shapes.