Mel Hunter
Mel Hunter | |
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Hunter, pictured 1953 | |
| Born | July 27, 1927 Oak Park, Illinois, United States |
| Died | February 20, 2004 (aged 76) Ferrisburgh, Vermont, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Attended Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois |
| Occupation | Scientific illustrator |
| Known for | Science fiction illustration |
| Spouse | Susan Smith-Hunter |
| Children | 3 |
Milford "Mel" Joseph Hunter (July 27, 1927 – February 20, 2004) was a 20th-century American illustrator. He enjoyed a successful career as a science fiction illustrator, producing illustrations for famous science fiction authors such as Isaac Asimov and Robert A. Heinlein, as well as a technical and scientific illustrator for clients such as The Pentagon, Hayden Planetarium, and the Massachusetts Audubon Society.