Jim Franklin (artist)
Jim Franklin (born December 28, 1943 in Galveston, Texas) is an artist, illustrator, and underground cartoonist best known for his poster art created for the Armadillo World Headquarters, a former Austin, Texas, music hall. He is also known for his detailed, surrealistic illustrations of armadillos, making them an emblem of underground music.
Jim Franklin | |
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Jim Franklin (holding megaphone) backstage at the Ritz Theatre 1975 | |
| Born | James Knox Franklin, Jr. 1943 (age 80–81) |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | San Francisco Art Institute. |
| Known for | Painting, illustration, Comix |
| Notable work | Armadillo World Headquarters poster art |
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