10 incredibly realistic sketches by the 'world's most successful forensic artist'

Lois Gibson

Lois Gibson.

When Lois Gibson was just 21, she was attacked by a serial rapist and killer.

This terrifying event served as her motivation to become a criminal sketch artist, and now she's one of the most successful in the world, having helped law enforcement catch more than 1,000 criminals during her career.

Gibson holds The Guinness World Record for most identifications by a forensic artist in the world, along with a plethora of other awards for her efforts. A drawing of hers even holds the distinction of being the first forensic sketch shown on "America's Most Wanted."

Check out these 10 sketches and photos of suspects and victims to see just how good Gibson is.