David C. Sutherland III

Illustrator

Birthday April 4, 1949

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace Minnesota

DEATH DATE Jun 6, 2005 (56)

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About

Fantasy artist of the classic Dungeons & Dragons board game. He also authored the adventure module Queen of the Demonweb Pits with Gary Gygax.

Before fame

He served in a military police unit during the Vietnam War. Upon his return to the United States, he began his career as a commercial artist.

Trivia

His artwork and game memorabilia were auctioned off in 2004, and the auction proceeds were used to establish a trust fund for Sutherland's daughters.

Family life

His father, David C. Sutherland II, was also an artist.

Associated with

His Dungeons & Dragons game inspired a 1980 television show that starred Adam Rich.

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