Gary Meyer

Illustrator

Gary Meyer (1934–2021) was a painter, illustrator, and sculptor whose career spanned more than six decades. A graduate of ArtCenter College of Design and its first Stan Reckless Scholarship recipient, he began his career as a production illustrator for Universal Studios before establishing his own studio in 1972 and later returning to Art Center as an instructor.

Gary contributed to iconic films including Star Wars, Star Trek: The Motion Picture, and The Thing, and created poster art for films such as Das Boot and Jaws 3-D. He also maintained a thirty-year design relationship with Universal Studios, contributing to major theme park attractions. His diverse client list ranged from major film studios and aircraft companies to record labels and publishers.

A highly honored educator and artist, Gary was named Master of the College at Art Center, received the Great Teacher Award seventeen times, and served as a judge for the Illustrators of the Future Contest from 2012 until his passing, leaving behind a lasting legacy in illustration, entertainment design, and arts education.