Todd Lockwood (born July 9, 1957, in Boulder, Colorado) is a legendary fantasy artist and author whose career has shaped the look and feel of modern science fiction and fantasy worlds. From his early fascination with art and storytelling, he rose to become one of the most influential creators in the field, inspiring fans, gamers, and fellow artists alike.
Lockwood’s iconic imagery has appeared on New York Times bestselling novels, in leading genre magazines, and across some of the most beloved games of all time, including Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering. His dragons, heroes, and vividly detailed worlds have become a visual language for generations of gamers and readers.
Over his distinguished career, he has received multiple Chesley Awards and World Fantasy Art Show Awards, and his work continues to be celebrated in Spectrum: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art.
Lockwood is also an author. His debut novel, The Summer Dragon: First Book of The Evertide, was praised for blending his artistic vision with rich, immersive storytelling.
Today, he lives in Washington with his wife and three children, continuing to paint, write, and shape the worlds that fuel the imaginations of fantasy and science fiction fans everywhere.