Cal Schenkel

Biography

Calvin "Cal" Schenkel is an American artist born on January 27, 1947. He is best known for his work as a graphic designer and illustrator, particularly in album cover design, and was the main collaborator for rock musician Frank Zappa. Schenkel's distinctive style, influenced by Krazy Kat and Mad magazine, predates punk art and new wave, and he held an exhibition of his artwork at The Evergreen State College in 1976.