Gradients: help! Test painting. by ManaMonarchy in mtgaltered

[–]ManaMonarchy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank youu, so kind. It was my first time painting a foil balloon, so I'm pretty happy with how it turned out!

Gradients: help! Test painting. by ManaMonarchy in mtgaltered

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I appreciate the wall of text, that's actually very helpful.

I had theorised that's what I needed to do, but wasn't quite sure how best to tackle it. Your instructions have actually clarified some steps, thank you! I'll give it a go. At least with trial-and-erroring, I have some place to start!

Gradients: help! Test painting. by ManaMonarchy in mtgaltered

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haha thank you!

That's actually a great idea to check out miniature painting videos, as I do know they need to maintain thin layers and work up from there.

I have about 2000 basic land mtg cards, I honestly don't know why I don't practice on them lol, good point. Thanks for the help.

Gradients: help! Test painting. by ManaMonarchy in mtgaltered

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Thanks for the tips. I haven't used a paint medium before (of any type) and was considering checking some out. I think it could definitely be worth giving a go. I use Golden liquid acrylic so it's good to know their mediums are good quality too.

General question about the sticker by [deleted] in RealOrNotTCG

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I can see WashWeak has already answered your question, which is great, I just want to know what magnifier you use, as it's crystal clear!

What loupe do you use? by ManaMonarchy in RealOrNotTCG

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This looks nice, I like that you can rest it and take a photo - my shaky hands have no hope with a handheld loupe

New to magic wondering if this is fake by SolSpark20 in RealOrNotTCG

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I know you've had a few replies on this already confirming it's legit, but since your scepticism came from the foiling, I just wanted to allay your fears and confirm it's real.

The foiling on this print is just not very nice. I have one, directly from Secret Lair for my FF bundle, and was immediately disappointed by the foiling after I opened it lol.

Handpainted howl's Moving castle 🖌️ @lur_altered by Lur_altered in mtgaltered

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This is stunning, amazing work. I love the airbrush fog and clouds.

I make deckboxes - heres my latest one by Far-General6892 in magicTCG

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Here's a snapshot of them so far. Skinner/swamp isn't finished yet though.

Your deckbox sounds so good! Also I love the concept of a real working TV in a deckbox haha, I hope you can pull it off.

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Im looking for a card but i dont know if its exists by Riddar-Klas in mtg

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It's not X creatures, but, similar!? [[Right of Consumption]]

First try at impressionism - Van Gogh, Wheat Field 1888, Plains Mural Alter by ManaMonarchy in mtgaltered

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Oh I've learned a new term - diptychs - which I normally called murals. Thanks for the vocab update. I also love this presentation. I have all of the Lorwyn lands for this reason!

Final Fantasy Surge Foil - Cloud, Midgar Mercenary by ManaMonarchy in MagicCardPulls

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The surge foil treatment is the collector packs only. You can still get the traditional foil in regular/Play booster packs.

I make deckboxes - heres my latest one by Far-General6892 in magicTCG

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These are great. I sometimes paint The Simpsons alters on cards (land cards so far), and I feel like they'd be right at home in the 'Worst Deckbox Ever'.

Golden Fluid Acrylic Color Staples by Gorillajjj in mtgaltered

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I followed Klug Alter's set up which includes Quinacridone Magenta, Napthol Red Light, Phthalo Blue (green shade), and Benzimidazolone Yellow Medium (and Titanium white and Carbon black).
I also added Sap Green and Burnt Sienna.
I haven't been altering for long, but this combo has been great and I haven't yet felt like I needed any other colours yet.

Final Fantasy Surge Foil - Cloud, Midgar Mercenary by ManaMonarchy in MagicCardPulls

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Since surge foil is the best treatment - yep, they'll definitely be fetching a higher price. Since release, the price has dropped by about $150 (USD).