Severino Baraldi is an Italian artist born in 1930. He is known for his illustrations in the comic book industry, particularly in the horror and fantasy genres. Baraldi began his career in the 1950s, working for various Italian publishers. He gained recognition for his work on the comic book series "Zagor" in the 1960s, which he illustrated for over 20 years. Baraldi's style is characterized by his use of bold lines and dark shading, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere in his illustrations. He has also worked on other popular comic book series such as "Dylan Dog" and "Tex Willer". In addition to his work in comics, Baraldi has also created illustrations for book covers, posters, and advertising campaigns. He continues to work as an artist today, and his work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world.