The collection includes over 800 original pieces by more than 200 renowned artists, alongside hundreds of detailed illustrations for iconic science fiction and fantasy book covers. These works capture the essence of the genres and showcase the exceptional talent that has shaped the visual identity of SFF literature.
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featured artists
Dive into the artists featured in the collection who have shaped the visual identity of the science fiction and fantasy genres through their groundbreaking work. Their contributions continue to influence the way we envision fantastical worlds and imaginative futures.
Julie Bell & Boris Vallejo
Julie Bell and Boris Vallejo are renowned for their dynamic and highly detailed fantasy and science fiction art, often depicting muscular heroes, mythical creatures, and epic landscapes. Their work has become iconic within the genre, with Vallejo’s distinct style heavily influencing the visual language of fantasy book covers and Bell's contributions refining the portrayal of women in fantasy art. Key works include The Art of Boris Vallejo and numerous fantasy book cover designs.
John Harris is celebrated for his expansive, atmospheric landscapes in science fiction and space art. His signature style of vast, otherworldly vistas has shaped the visual interpretation of future worlds and interstellar exploration. Notable works include his covers for The Mars Trilogy and Foundation series.
Tim Hildebrandt
Tim Hildebrandt, along with his brother Greg, became a legendary figure in fantasy art for their work on The Lord of the Rings book covers and trading cards. Their whimsical and highly imaginative illustrations are credited with bringing Tolkien's world to life for a generation of readers. Their work has also extended to movie posters, creating for the original Star Wars movies.
Chris Moore
Chris Moore is known for his striking and atmospheric fantasy and sci-fi art, often exploring dark, surreal themes. His highly stylized works often blend futuristic technology with mythological motifs. Moore's impact on the genre is felt through his book covers, album artwork, and contributions to role-playing games.
Terry Oakes is a British artist known for his richly imaginative and surreal illustrations within the science fiction and fantasy realms. His work is characterised by intricate detail, bold colour palettes, and a distinctive dreamlike quality.
Justin Sweet
Justin Sweet is a highly regarded fantasy and concept artist known for his detailed, emotive portrayals of magical worlds and characters. His work, including concept art for films like The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of the Rings, is recognized for its ability to blend realism with a sense of mysticism. Sweet's art has influenced both literature and cinema.
Melvyn Grant is a British artist celebrated for his distinctive and detailed depictions of science fiction and fantasy. His work often features strong, heroic figures and vibrant, otherworldly settings. Grant also created iconic artwork for Iron Maiden, featured on album covers and the group's private aircraft.
Adam Burczyc
Adrian Smith
Alan Craddock
Alex Sanchez
Allen Morris
Armand Cabrera
Barclay Shaw
Bob Eggleton
Bob Haberfield
Bob Nasmith
Boris Vallejo & Julie Bell
Brandon & Jarrod Shiflett
Bryn Barnard
Carl Critchlow
Carl Lundgren
Carol Heyer
Chris Achilleos
Chris Dreier
Chris Moeller
Chris Moore
Chris Rahn
Ciruelo Cabral
Damtoys
Dan Dos Santos
Darrel Sweet
Dave Kendall
Dave Pether
Dave Seeley
David Delamare
David Gallagher
David Hardy
David Mattingly
David Wenzel
Davis Meltzer
Don Maitz
Donato Giancola
Dorian Vallejo
Doug Beekman
Duane O. Myers
Eaglemoss
Ed Binkley
Eddie Jones
Eric Velhagen
Fernando Fernandez
Filip Burburan
Fred Gambino
Gary Lippincott
Gene Szafran
Geoff Taylor
Gerard Quinn
and many, many more...
Greg Hildebrandt
Greg Staples
H. Albrecht
Hubert de Lartigue
Ian Miller
Ignatius Donnelly
Jack Faragasso
Jack Gaughan
James Cawthorn
Jean Baptise Monge
Jeff Easley
Jenny Wurtz
Jim Burns
Jim Pavelec
Joan Pelaez
Jody Lee
John Bolton
John Conrad Berkey
John Harris
John Zeleznik
JP Targete
Jules Verne
Justin Sweet
Keith Parkinson
Keith Scaife
Ken Barr
Ken Kelly
Kev Walker
Larry Elmore
Larry Schwinger
Lars Grant-West
Leo Gonzales
Les Edwards
Lucio Parrillo
Lucy Synk
Luis Royo
Manas Sum
Manuel Perez Clemente
Margaret Organ Kean
Mark Fishman
Mark Harrison
Mark Poole
Mark Salwowski
Mark Stacey
Mark Zug
Matt Cavotta
Matt Mrowka
Matt Stewart
Melvyn Grant
Michael Kaluta
Michael Whelan
Mick McGinty
Mick Possen
Mike Hoffman
Milovoj Ceran
Ned Dameron
Omar Rayyan
Patrick Jones
Paul Bonner
Paul Dainton
Peter Andrew Jones
Peter Meseldzija
Ralph Horsley
Raymond Bayless
Ren Wicks
Richard Bober
Richard Hescox
Rick Sternbach
Rob Alexander
Robert Regaldo
Rodney Matthews
Roel Wielinga
Romas Kukalis
Ron Walotsky
Rowena Morrill
Roy Thomas
Sam Flegal
Sean Gilberts
Steve Crisp
Steve Ellis
Steve Hickman
Steve Prescott
Steve Youll
Steven Bahruth
Ted Nasmith
Terry Oakes
Thomas Thiemeyer
Tim Hildebrandt
Tim Kirk
Tim White
Tom Baxa
Tom Kidd
Tony Ackland
Tony Fachet
Tony Roberts
Vincent DiFate
Walter Velez
Wayne Haag
Wendell Minor