Founded in 1965 in New Jersey, Vallejo initially specialized in water-based acrylic colors for animated films. After relocating to Spain in 1969, Vallejo expanded into fine arts and model painting, introducing the Acrylic Studio range in 1981. By 1986, Vallejo developed the first acrylic paints for airbrush artists, and soon after, launched Model Color for hobbyists and modelers. Today, Vallejo exports to over 55 countries, with a strong commitment to environmental and safety standards in the EU and the U.S.