John M. Downs

John Micael Downs (December 17, 1936 – October 21, 2019)[1][2] was an American sketch artist, who worked for the Chicago Daily News and Chicago Sun-Times.[2]

Early life and education

He was born in Tomah, Wisconsin.[2][3][4]

He studied at the School of the Art Institute.[3][4]

Career

He worked as an illustrator while serving in the United States Army.[2] He later contributed nearly 150 illustrations in an Air Force arts program.[2][3][5]

As a sketch artist, he worked for the Chicago Daily News and Chicago Sun-Times and covered many famous trials including that of the Chicago Seven trial.[2][3]

References

  1. ^ John Michael Downs-obituary
  2. ^ a b c d e f O'Donnell, Maureen (October 21, 2019). "Artist John M. Downs, longtime Chicago Sun-Times, Daily News who captured key courtroom moments for John Gacy, Richard Speck, has died". Chicago Sun-Times.
  3. ^ a b c d Turner, Paul (16 September 1999). "Rogues Gallery". Chicago Reader.
  4. ^ a b "John Downs - Artist, Fine Art Prices, Auction Records for John Downs". www.askart.com.
  5. ^ Archives, The (30 September 2008). "Art for the Air Force". WBEZ.


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