David McKean, known as Dave McKean, is an English artist born on 29 December 1963 in Maidenhead, Berkshire, England. His versatile work spans drawing, painting, photography, collage, found objects, digital art, and sculpture.

McKean has gained fame for illustrating works by renowned authors such as Neil Gaiman, Grant Morrison, Heston Blumenthal, Ray Bradbury, and Stephen King. Among his notable works are Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth, The Big Fat Duck Cookbook, Cages, Hellblazer, The Sandman, The Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Mr. Punch, Violent Cases, The Wolves in the Walls, and The Savage.

In addition to his work as an illustrator, McKean has also directed three feature films. His creative talents make him a world-renowned figure in the arts.