Robert L. Williams, often referred to as Robt. Williams, is an American painter, cartoonist, and the founder of the renowned Juxtapoz Art & Culture Magazine. Born on March 2, 1943, Williams is a prominent figure in the world of underground comix, having been part of a pioneering group of artists who produced Zap Comix alongside other notable cartoonists such as Robert Crumb, Rick Griffin, S. Clay Wilson, and Gilbert Shelton.
Williams' unique blend of California car culture, cinematic apocalypticism, and film noir has contributed to the creation of a distinctive and influential genre of psychedelic imagery. His work has had a lasting impact on the world of art and popular culture, and his legacy continues to be celebrated through his continued contributions to the art world.
