Evgeny Tikhonovich Migunov (1921–2004) was a Soviet and Russian artist, illustrator, cartoonist, and animator, known for his bright and humorous visual style that shaped generations of readers and viewers.
Born in Moscow, he began studying art at a young age and worked during World War II creating propaganda posters. After the war, Migunov became one of the key figures at Soyuzmultfilm Studio, where he worked as an animator, art director, and later as a film director. He took part in the production of such classic animated films as The Snow Queen, The Key, and The Adventures of Buratino. His characters are distinguished by expressive movement, precision of gesture, and a subtle sense of humor.
From the 1950s onward, Migunov also became well known as a book illustrator. He collaborated with many Soviet publishing houses, illustrating works by Gianni Rodari, Arkady and Boris Strugatsky, and Kir Bulychov, among others. His drawings combined cinematic dynamism with clarity and warmth, making him one of the most recognizable illustrators of the Soviet era.
In addition to his work in animation and illustration, Migunov was active as a caricaturist and teacher. His artistic legacy continues to influence both animation and children’s book illustration in Russia today.
Original title: Приключения Чиполлино Gianni Rodari’s The Adventures of Cipollino, illustrated by Evgeny Migunov, holds a special place among the many Soviet editions of this classic story. Unlike other versions, Migunov’s illustrations were originally created not for a book, but for a filmstrip (diafilm) — a popular visual format in […]
