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James Montgomery Flagg
by Derek—2005.12.19 @ 1340
“The only difference between a fine artist and an illustrator, is that the latter can draw, eat three square meals a day, and can afford to pay for them.”
—James Montgomery Flagg, 1877-1960
Probably one of the most well-known illustrators of his time, James Montgomery Flagg became a culture classic with his renditions of “Uncle Sam” for the U.S. Army. During his lifetime (the “Golden Age” of illustration, 1880-1920), illustrators were the Hollywood Icons of their day and the most sought-after in high-society circles. Flagg, along with other artists of his day, achieved super-star status.
Despite their popularity, these illustrators still “competed” for recognition among the artistic world and fine artists in general. Flaggs quote epitomizes the frustration and general feeling of animosity between many fine artists and illustrators during that time.
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