One of fourteen illustration Boris did for the book Achilles Choice by Larry Niven & Stephen Barnes, published by Tor Books/Science Fiction 1991.

The first of Julie's many drawings of wolves a subject that has become an obsession for her. 'In my imagination, the one on top is the male. The other is the female, and she's pregnant.' ? Julie

One of the paintings for Tarot, a project Julie began with The Emperor in 2001, Boris added his painting Death to the project, even with Julies sons David and Anthony Palumbo helping out progress was slow. The Vallejo/Palumbo team finally gained the impetus to complete the project when beginning in November 2007 Heavy Metal Magazine featured four Tarot paintings per issue over the next twenty-two issues, ending in May 2011.

One of the paintings for Tarot, a project Julie began with The Emperor in 2001, Boris added his painting Death to the project, even with Julies sons David and Anthony Palumbo helping out progress was slow. The Vallejo/Palumbo team finally gained the impetus to complete the project when beginning in November 2007 Heavy Metal Magazine featured four Tarot paintings per issue over the next twenty-two issues, ending in May 2011.

This painting is an illustration for the 1992 Mythology Calendar, and appears for the month of September.

This painting an illustration for the 1990 Mythology Calendar, and appears for the month of October.
The story of Pandora was used by the Greeks to explain why there was evil in the world. Pandora out of curiosity opened a jar containing all manner of misery and evil, thus releasing chaos upon the world.

This is one of the original paintings and drawings Boris created to illustrate Ladies: Retold Tales Of Goddesses And Heroines. The stories were written by his first wife DorisPandora had a jar containing all manner of misery and evil. Out of curiosity Pandora opened the jar, releasing the evils upon the world.

An original drawing to illustrate the story of Pandora for the book Ladies: Retold Tales Of Goddesses And Heroines. The stories were written by Boris's first wife Doris
.Pandora the wife of Epimethius, had a jar containing all manner of misery and evil. Out of curiosity Pandora opened the jar, releasing the evils upon the world. All that remained inside the jar was Hope, the lid having been shut down before she could escape.

Painting created for SkyBox Master Series?. Creator's Edition Trading Cards. 1995. The model had been a long-time fan of Boris Vallejo so it was a mutual pleasure having her come for a photo session. Oil and Acrylic Size: 11 x 15 inches (28 x 38 cm)

Art that appeared on the cover of National Lampoon magazine October 1991. Boris commented this painting is not really his style of humour, however the boys at least died with a smile on their faces.

Interior illustration for the book Achilles Choice by Larry Niven & Stephen Barnes, published by Tor Books/Science Fiction 1991.

This looks like two sisters but, in fact, both are portraits of the same model, who with her husband has commissioned several paintings from Julie and Boris. Such commissions are always a pleasure because, says Julie, you know they are going to be appreciated for years. The husband came up with the general scenario in this painting. Oils, 30 x 20 inches (76 x 51 cm)

Poster art for the Spanish distribution of the 1978 movie . Directed by and starring Silvester Stallone.

This painting is an illustration for the 2018 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of April.
FATAL BEAUTY
Our power together is too strong for this universe. Our love will destroy everything in its path. We will survive. Oil on illustration board 18 x 18 inches (45.7 ? 45.7 cm).

This painting is an illustration for the 2017 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of June. Oil on panel 45.1 ? 60.3 cm

Painting created for SkyBox Master Series?. Creator's Edition Trading Cards. 1995. This character was created by Julie's son David. Oil and Acrylic Size: 11 x 15 inches (28 x 38 cm)

This painting is an illustration for the 2009 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of June.
THE GIFT
The Power Stone had allowed Natana to win possession of the Cosmic Bow, the most devastating weapon of Thay'mir.

This painting is an illustration for the 2011 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of November.
A PARTING OF WAYS
As he bade farewell to the first human he had ever admired, Rold raised his spear in benediction.

This commissioned piece was one of four paintings depicting the biblical story of Moses parting the Red Sea. The same background is used for the painting B-103 Parting The Seas (1999).

This painting also named as Perit is an illustration for the 1991 Mythology Calendar, and appears for the month of November. In Albanian folklore, Perit's are female mountain spirits clad in white. They punish those who are wasteful with bread by making him or her a crooked hunchback.

This painting is an illustration for the 2000 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of June.
Felsa: Kala's Tale
Kala told of Felsa the fairy queen's epic struggle. The robbing of the Dar Trolls, the capture of great Mizion's battle sword, all of it she told, ending, of course, with the war between the Seven Kingdoms. Long did they fight, scarring the world, all seven kings desiring the same thing, to possess Felsa as their trophy.

This illustration looks very similar to painting The Competion

One of the paintings for Tarot, a project Julie began with The Emperor in 2001, Boris added his painting Death to the project, even with Julies sons David and Anthony Palumbo helping out progress was slow. The Vallejo/Palumbo team finally gained the impetus to complete the project when beginning in November 2007 Heavy Metal Magazine featured four Tarot paintings per issue over the next twenty-two issues, ending in May 2011.

Cover art for the book Passage :The Sharing Knife series #3 by Lois McMaster Bujold. Published by Eos / HarperCollins April 2008.

This painting is an illustration for the 2018 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of August.
PASSIONATE BATTLE
Together we are the most powerful weapon; our prowess is an unstoppable force.

Cover art for the book Path Of Daggers: The Wheel Of Time #8 by Robert Jordan. Published by Publisher Books/Science Fiction April 2010.

One of fourteen illustration Boris did for the book Achilles Choice by Larry Niven & Stephen Barnes, published by Tor Books/Science Fiction 1991.

This execution of this painting is discussed in Boris and Julies techniques book Fantasy Workshop. Also appearing as a calendar illustration.

A drawing completed by Boris on 3rd december 2013.

An album cover for Nueva Vida by Curtis Oddo Released on 11/06/2015, also an illustration for the 2017 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of April.
PEACE AND WAR
Lay down your sword it has no power here. Kneel before me as a humble servant of peace.

A painting that has not appeared in any of Boris and Julies publications, but briefly appeared on an earlier version of their website in 2012.

Originally produced for the World Of Warcraft Trading Card Game: Heroes of Azeroth (Upper Deck Entertainment). This is card #175 Anika Berlyn used as a card in the Trading Card Game set. It is also featured in the Media Gallery section as card #058 Anika Berlyn.

Thank you to Bernard Rogers for this information who provides a better explanation on his Borisography website.

This painting is an illustration for the 2018 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of September.
It was completed in May 2016.

This painting, Peacock and Koi, was exhibited at the 18th-22nd October 2017 Illuxicon Arts Exhibition.

Art for the article Sweet Chastity in the comic/magazine Penthouse Comix issue Special 25th issue published by Penthouse September 1997.
This painting features a glamorous friend ofJulie's who really loves pearls, jewellery and other aspects of the high life, so was a natural choice for the part. Oil and Acrylic Size: 15 x 20 inches (38 x 51 cm)

This painting is an illustration for the 1994 Mythology Calendar, and appears for the month of January.
Celtic mythology describes Pedrum as an evil spirit of the mountains who lived in the heart of rocks. He would emerge on rainy days and capture unsuspecting travelers, sucking them into the rock and crushing their bones. The souls of the victims added to his strength. Pedrum was eventually defeated by a gorgeous woman warrior named Ma-line, who was armed with an enchanted hammer. At the moment of his death, the surrounding rocks changed back into the people he had slain.

This painting is an illustration for the 1992 Mythology Calendar, and appears for the month of April.
In Greek mythology, Pegasus was a winged horse that sprang from the blood of the Gorgon Medusa as she was beheaded by the hero Perseus. ... Subsequently Bellerophon attempted to fly with Pegasus to heaven but was unseated and killed. The winged horse became a constellation and the servant of Zeus.

A private commission for a collector who gave Boris Carte Blanche on subject matter. He was delighted with this drawing as he happened to be a decendant of Frederic Remington, an artist famous for his depiction of horses.

This painting is an illustration for the 2020 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of July.
In Greek mythology, Pegasus was a winged horse that sprang from the blood of the Gorgon Medusa as she was beheaded by the hero Perseus.
Bellerophon attempted to fly with Pegasus to heaven but was unseated and killed.
The winged horse became a constellation and the servant of Zeus.

A tattoo art company hired Boris to draw some designs and this was conceived as a large back piece.

This is one of the original paintings created to illustrate Ladies: Retold Tales Of Goddesses And Heroines. The stories were written by Boris's first wife Doris.
Persephone as a young girl was playing and picking flowers along with her friends in a valley, when she beheld the most enchanting narcissus she had ever seen. As she stooped down to pick the flower, the earth beneath her feet suddenly cleaved open and through the gap Hades himself came out on his chariot with black horses. Hades grabbed the lovely female woman before she could scream for help and descended into his underworld kingdom while the gap in the earth closed after them.

An original drawing created to illustrate Ladies: Retold Tales Of Goddesses And Heroines. The stories were written by Boris's first wife Doris. Hades, the god of the Underworld, became embittered stalking the shadows among the Dead. But chancing upon Persephone he instantly falls in love. When her father Demeter disallows the marriage The heart-broken Hades abducts Persephone and descends back into the Underworld with his prize.

This painting an illustration for the 1989 Mythology Calendar, and appears for the month of February.

Perseus, in Greek mythology, the slayer of the Gorgon Medusa and the rescuer of Andromeda from a sea monster. ... As an infant he was cast into the sea in a chest with his mother by Acrisius, to whom it had been prophesied that he would be killed by his grandson.

Portrait of the DC Comics character Death who first appeared in The Sandman vol. 2 (1989) and is often portrayed as an attractive, pale young goth woman.

Cover art for the video game Phantasy Star IV for Sega Genesis and Mega Drive. Developed by Sega 1994.

Cover art for the book Phaser Fight a novel in the Star Trek series by Barbara & Scott Siegel, published by Pocket Books/Science Fiction 1986. Star Trek: Which Way Books No. #24.

A painting that was 'just for the heck of it'.This lion in the Philadelphia Zoo posed so well that Julie felt obliged to do it justice. She had originally thought of adding a few fantasy touches to the lion but this seemed unnecessary.

One of a series of artworks for featuring basketball stars. The campaing presented by Mountain Dew promoted the And1 Mixtape Tour of 2006. The image below shows the artwork presented as placemats.

This could possibly be a preliminary drawing for a canceled project, or a perhaps an idea later to become Secrets in the book Enchantment (page 42).

This painting is the centerpiece of the 1992 Mythology Calendar. In ancient Greek folklore, a Phoenix is a long-lived bird that cyclically regenerates or is otherwise born again. Associated with the sun, a phoenix obtains new life by arising from the ashes of its predecessor.

If I am correct this is a portrait of Kitambi (now sadly deceased). He was born at the Columbus Zoo Nov. 1, 2011, and was resident at the Phoenix Zoo since 2012. He resided with 20-year-old female African lion, Cookie. Size: 18x24 inches

This painting is an illustration for the 2012 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of July.
RITUAL
I am a seeker of enlightenment, grant me a small piece of your wisdom.

Trading Card Fleer Publishing Company 1996.
Phoenix is a caring, nurturing figure, but she also has to deal with being an Omega-level mutant and the physical manifestation of the cosmic Phoenix Force.

Poster for the 1988 movie Phoenix The Warrior aka She-Wolves Of The Wasteland, directed by Robert Hayes.

Trading Card Fleer Publishing Company 1996
Magneto. Mostly he is the X-Men's arch enemy. Phoenix is a caring, nurturing figure, but she also has to deal with being an Omega-level mutant and the physical manifestation of the cosmic Phoenix Force.

This painting an illustration for the 1993 Mythology Calendar, and appears for the month of January. In Norse mythology, Mimir was the wisest of the gods of the tribe Aesir; he was also believed to be a water spirit. Mimir was sent by the Aesir as a hostage to the rival gods (the Vanir), but he was decapitated and his head was returned to the Aesir.

An illustration for a graphic novel Atlantis published by Apache Communications, 1983.

An abstract painting by Julie exibited at IX Arts Exhibition 18th-22nd October 2017.

Julie did this painting for a show in Philadelphia in June 2012 at The Artist's House. The model is Jennifer Oliver's kitty named Puck and the painting is based on a photograph that Jennifer took.

This painting is an illustration for the 1996 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of May.
Pamati was one of the earlier goddesses to be created by the Supreme Goddess, Raltarnee. Pamati then made two beings to help her expand and reshape the rather small world given her. One was Phoneet, goddess of the air; the other was Shooshkram, goddess of the sea. Pamati reserved the rule of the land for herself, and she also kept the final say in the councils of the air, the sea, and the land.

A painting by Julie posted on her instagram page on April 8 2023.

Pisces, the Fishes. This painting was specially commissioned for the 1988 Fantasy Zodiac Calendar, and appears for the month of March

This painting was one of several used for RYL: Path of the Emperor MMORPG video game.

This Conan parody painting also known as Corkscrew was done for an edition of Playboy magazine. Measuring 25.5inches wide x 28 inches high.

Cover art for the post apocalyptic novel by Michael Kurland 'Pluribus'. Published by Ace Books/Science Fiction.

Julie painted this to celebrate the New Year 2021. She says `I painted this abstract experiment this past summer, the title is Poem.`

Cover art for the book Earth Dawn #3: Poisoned Memories by Christopher Kubasik. Published by Penguin/Roc Books March 1st 1994.
Normally Boris would have used either Anthony or David Palumbo (Julies sons) to model the boy character, as they were both away, Boris used a friends son and himself as the models.

There are no clues as to the origins of this painting. Although the style is similar to that of a later commission for Cigar Press.

This poster was made for the movie Warrior Queen directed by Chuck Vincent among the stars are Sybil Danning and Donald Pleasance

Julie posted `Starting a new painting working from life. I don’t often work this way, but I’ve got some new ideas and inspiration to explore!`

Julie posted ` I did this portrait of a friend as an experiment a little while back. Just always trying new stuff!`

A portrait of a particular mood and thoughts that were going through Julie's head at the time. The wings contain a universe of possibilities but the figure is chained to the rock. There is an impression that the chain is fragile enough to break if she tried hard enough, or that she could simply let go of it; but there is some strange reluctance, some link to the island that keeps her from trying. Oil and Acrylic Size: 15 x 20 inches (38 x 51 cm)

Boris was a keen bodybuilder, the gym has provided him with plenty of models and a wife!

Boris did series of advertisements for Joe Weider a body-builder and entrepreneur and publisher of magazines such as 'Muscle & Fitness and Shape'. Boris a body-builder himself at that time was delighted to work for him.

Boris did series of advertisements for Joe Weider a body-builder and entrepreneur and publisher of magazines such as 'Muscle & Fitness and Shape'. Boris a body-builder himself at that time was delighted to work for him.

Boris did series of advertisements for Joe Weider a body-builder and entrepreneur and publisher of magazines such as 'Muscle & Fitness and Shape'. Boris a body-builder himself at that time was delighted to work for him.

This painting was designed for the Verkerke Reprodukties a Netherlands company who have produced many posters based on Boris and Julie paintings.

This painting is an illustration for the 2006 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of December.
Eternal
West hovered protectively over Tamar, and she reached upward to greet her lover. He folded her within his wings and returned to his true form at last.

This painting is an illustration for the 2009 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of September.
COSMIC BATTLE
She could not lose the bow now.Not now!
(Be careful you don't fall in!)

This painting is an illustration for the 2018 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of March.
POWERFUL PROTECTOR
Before anything else, my job as Dragon Warrior is to protect this universe and its people from harm. Do not obstruct me.

This image downloaded from the internet appears with all the hallmarks of Boris's work the model looks like Josephine Maisonet, nothing is known about the illustration itself.

This painting started out as an exercise landscape scene. The metallic pterodactyl was added on a whim. Oil and Acrylic 11 x 15 inches.

A cover painting for Isaac Asimov's book Prelude to Foundation, published by Doubleday 1988.

This drwaing was a commissioned by a Canadian private collector who found himself in the postion of raising his grandson by himself.

Cover art for the book Battletech #4: The Price of Glory by William Keith Jr. Published by Penguin/Roc Books January 1993. BattleTech Universe #4.

This painting was done from photographs taken at Philadelphia Zoo. It was posted on the artists Facebook page 7th December 2012. Oil an Linen Measuring: 24 X 36 inches.

Chronicles of Counter-Earth series #3. Cover art for the book Priest Kings of Gor by John Norman by John Norman, published by Ballantine/Science Fiction June 1976. Oil painting on illustration board 17 x 18 inches.

Chronicles of Counter-Earth series #3. Cover art for the book Priest Kings of Gor by John Norman by John Norman, published by Ballantine/Science Fiction June 1976. Oil painting on illustration board 17 x 18 inches.

I am guessing that is piece is a study for a book entitled The Monster Men. It appears in Boris Book One and is is contemporaneous with this title. There is another study which bears the same title on it

This painting was commissioned by a client in the Ukraine. It was especially appealing to Boris and Julie because the client wanted to have a scene depicting an ancient Peruvian scene.

Boris Trading Card Cover. Malibu Comics TM & ?1994 Malibu Comics.
Kevin Green had a normal childhood until being transformed through genetic engineering into the being known as Prime. When the alien vampire Rune attacked his fellow heroes in UltraForce, he helped track down and kill Rune. UltraForce was restructured into EarthForce, where he served as head of the council of leaders.

Published in 1977 as a poster by Portal Publications.

a preliminary drawing for a poster Published in 1977 by Portal Publications.

The second of three pieces to illustrate the feature Latischa of the Lost World which appeared in Penthouse Comix, This edition was published in May 1997. Joining the three images together form a triptych.

An exquisitely detailed portrait of the singer Prince widely regarded as one of the greatest musicians of his generation. Considered a guitar virtuoso, he was well known for his eclectic work across multiple genres, flamboyant and androgynous persona, and wide vocal range which included a far-reaching falsetto and high-pitched screams.

Princess Leia, Strong diagonal movement adds excitement to this drawing.

Painting created for SkyBox Master Series?. Creator's Edition Trading Cards. 1995. In contrast to the White Queen, this character looks nice, even emotionally vulnerable. The difference has little to do with costume and everything to do with facial expression and body language. Oil and Acrylic Size: 11 x 15 inches (28 x 38 cm)

This is an illustration for a series of Fantasy Collector's Knives, issued by Franklin Mint. The paintings were printed onto the cast-metal knives.

This painting is an illustration for the 2002 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of March.
Julie aimed to express here a sense of how people can often create their own hell. The snake stands for self-delusion while the two birds represent different aspects of the subject. The white one is calling for her to free herself from self-inflicted torments.

This painting is an illustration for the 2012 Fantasy Calendar, and appears for the month of May.
PRISONERS NO MORE
The cave drippings have begun to corrode our bonds. It is only a matter of time before we have broken all these chains and return to our people.

Cover art for the book Privateers by Ben Bova, book one in the Series series. Published by Tor Books/Science Fiction June 12th 1986.

Preliminary art for the book Ascendant Sun: Saga of the Skolian Empire #5 by Catherine Asaro. Published by Tor Books March 9th 2000.

Trading Card Fleer Publishing Company 1996
Xavier was crippled early in his superhero career during a clash with the alien Lucifer and has since operated from his famous wheelchair. For a while he abandoned the X-Men to go and live in space with Lilandra, the Shiar Empress.

Xavier was crippled early in his superhero career during a clash with the alien Lucifer and has since operated from his famous wheelchair. For a while he abandoned the X-Men to go and live in space with Lilandra, the Shiar Empress. She cloned him a new body, but back on Earth he was quickly disabled again by the Shadow King.

A drawing modelled by Danielle Anjou as an illustration for Mirage, for which Boris created many original pieces for the book, the text was done by his first wife Doris.

This was a private commission from a client who had this specific theme in mind. Such commissions are rare but Boris and Julie are always happy to take them if other commitments permit. Prometheus was the ancient hero who stole fire from the gods to brighten human lives, but paid the price of being chained to a rock to have his liver chewed endlessly by a vulture.

Cover art for the Comic Prophet Volume 2, Issue #1 published by Image 1995. The fun thing about comics, Boris says, is that wild exaggeration is expected, even demanded. The extreme physical act.ion also makes for visual excitement.

Working with the model Josephine Maisonet allows Julie to achieve more realism in this pencil drawing. Pencil 11 x 15 inches.

This painting was done by Julie when A baby bison was born at the Lehigh Valley Zoo. Julie told the curators of the zoo that she wanted to do some paintings of the baby and they were really excited about it. They allowed her access to the area with the bison so that she could shoot reference photographs. A perfect pose arose when all of the adult members of the herd gathered around to protect the baby. Oil on board 48 x 36 inches. posted on facebook 7th October 2013.

Medium:Oil on artboard, Size: 30 x 40 inches.

Marvel Fandom: Psylocke was a member of the X-Men. She had a longtime relationship with fellow X-Man, Archangel and was a member of several X-Men squadrons and side-teams, such as the X-Treme X-Men and X-Force.

Marvel Fandom: As a member of the X-Men. Her body was switched with Kwannon, an Assassin ninja. She was eventually Freed by Wolverine, and Psylocke returned to the X-Men, but she struggled with being stuck in another woman's body.

Marvel Fandom: As a member of the X-Men, Psylocke found a dream to fight for. Her life got more twisted when her body was switched with Kwannon, an Assassin ninja. Freed by Wolverine, Psylocke returned to the X-Men, having to cope with the experience of being stuck in another woman's body. For years, Psylocke's life was intertwined with the X-Men.

Trading Card Fleer Publishing Company 1996.
Elizabeth Betsy Braddock is one of the children of Sir James Braddock, a champion from the Otherworld. Betsy developed mutant telepathic powers. As a telepath she served in S.T.R.I.K.E. Psi Division, until her path as a secret agent crossed with her brother's superhero activities.

This piece was part of a successful series promoting Chess King, a clothing retail chain.

Trading Card Comic Images 1996.
The Punisher is a former war hero and marine who deserted and turned vigilante when warring gangsters wiped out his family in Central Park. His extreme methods often bring him into conflict with Daredevil and other heroes, but he is basically on their side.

Trading Card Fleer Publishing Company 1996.
The Punisher is a former war hero and marine lacking any special powers beyond his natural fighting ability, he compensates with a vast arsenal of weapons. His base is a converted truck disguised as a TV repair van.

This was painted for the 1991 Mythology Calendar appearing for the month of August. Artemis was the daughter of Leto and Zeus, and the twin of Apollo. She is the goddess of the wilderness, the hunt and wild animals, and fertility.

An illustration for the book Enchantment The stories were by Doris Valljeo and the illustrations by Boris Vallejo.

Not strictly speaking one of the X-Men, she is a leader instead of the X-Force, which many of them join when life gets too complicated elsewhere. The X-Force was founded by the original X-Men when the second wave of recruits joined. Some, like Cyclops, have since rejoined the team.

This painting an illustration for the 1989 Mythology Calendar, and appears for the month of November.

Pygmalion was a Cypriot sculptor who carved a woman out of ivory. He found his statue was so beautiful and realistic that he fell in love with it.

This background image was part of an experiment with using a computer as an to aid to painting. Chromed figures were added digitally to form the final picture.

This painting is an illustration for the 1992 Mythology Calendar, and appears for the month of July. The Pythia was the name of the high priestess of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. The name Pythia is derived from Pytho, which in myth was the original name of Delphi. The word Pytho means'to rot', which refers to the sickly sweet smell of the decomposition of the body of the monstrous Python after she was slain by Apollo.