Jim Flora (b. 1914 - d. 1998) was a prolific commercial illustrator, most recognized for his distinctive album cover art for RCA Victor and Columbia Records during the 40's and 50's, as well as his self-authored and illustrated children's books. In addition to his commercial work, he was  a fine artist with a diabolical bent who created hundreds of paintings, drawings, etchings, and sketches during his lifetime.