American, b. 1962 Born in Vermont in 1962 and based in Paris for over three decades, Miles Hyman is an internationally acclaimed author and illustrator celebrated for his sophisticated, cinematic aesthetic. A student of literature and printmaking at Wesleyan University, Hyman further refined his craft at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. His work is a masterful dialogue between mid-century American realism and European symbolism, characterized by a "noirish" atmosphere and a meticulous use of light and shadow. Hyman is perhaps best known for his powerful graphic novel adaptations of classic literature, including the award-winning The Black Dahlia (by James Ellroy) and Le Coup de Prague. In 2016, he released his most personal project to date: an authorized graphic adaptation of The Lottery, the legendary short story written by his grandmother, Shirley Jackson. The work was hailed for its "restrained mastery" and its ability to translate Jackson’s haunting prose into a visceral, visual dread, eventually winning Best Adult Graphic Novel at the Solliès Comics Festival. His versatility has led to high-profile collaborations with luxury houses and global publications, including a commissioned Louis Vuitton Travel Book on Rome and frequent contributions to The New Yorker and The New York Times. In 2017, the French Ministry of Culture awarded Hyman the prestigious Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, recognizing his profound contribution to the arts. Whether through fine art paintings in the Crash series or detailed charcoal panels, Hyman continues to bridge the gap between the literary and the visual with peerless elegance.