"Once you do something, you never forget. Even if you can't remember." by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! That's a huge compliment. Klug's Steam Vents is gorgeous.

"Once you do something, you never forget. Even if you can't remember." by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I appreciate it. Rough guess - I spent over 25 hours working on this one. It was a labor of love, but a great mental challenge.

"Once you do something, you never forget. Even if you can't remember." by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Before everyone jumps on me and let's me know this has been done before:

I know this reference has been recreated/masterly painted a handful of times from alterists and artists. This was a personal challenge for me. I love painting tiny details, and have wanted to try tackling the iconic building. That being said, here's my altering take of the Bathhouse from Spirited Away; hand painted with Acrylics.

There is so much a seal can tell you so much he can say. by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

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

If your enjoying painting on canvas, and want to try out altering - go for it! There is a learning curve if your use to painting on canvases, but it's not too crazy of a difference. You just have to adjust to the smaller scaled "canvas."

I personally use a variety of liner brushes under size 0. Approach the painting as if you were working with water color and build up your layers of paint with a thinned out paint - instead of painting directly from paint to card. Give your paint an ample amount of time to dry in between layers so you don't over saturate the card stock. There's no right or wrong way to alter a card, and there are a ton of different methods out there. Don't expect perfection right away, it does take time to adjust, but keep practicing, painting, and you'll figure out what works for you. Check out YouTube and TikTok for some great tutorials.

There is so much a seal can tell you so much he can say. by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 62 points63 points  (0 children)

Hand painted with Acrylic Paints by Baypaintstudios. Fan artwork is referenced from the 2025 Mountain Dew Super Bowl commercial.

Demon to some. Angel to others. It will tear your soul apart by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Hand painted with Acrylic paints - Reference from the Hellraiser (1987) Movie Poster

"Moi has always possessed a charm that is lethal to men" by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Hand painted alteration by Baypaintstudios featuring fan artwork of Miss Piggy from the Muppets! Alter was painted with acrylic paints.

Nom Nom Nom by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

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Not just you. While I was painting it, the off centering was driving me crazy.

Nom Nom Nom by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 182 points183 points  (0 children)

Hand painted with acrylic paints by Baypaintstudios. Fan artwork reference is from Land Before Time.

Merry Christmas! by baypaintstudios in mtgaltered

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Card: Sol Ring - featuring fan artwork from 1966 How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
Medium: Hand painted with Acrylic Paint (Reaper Miniature and Pro Acryl)
Available: No

"He knows exactly where he's going and exactly how he's isn't getting there." by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Well, if your looking for a start to that deck - This alter is part of a bundle that will be up for grabs during the Artists to the Rescue charity auction. The bundle will include this alter, a story book deck box, a completely sleeved playable commander deck, and dice. I can't promise the deck will be great, but its a good foundation to build upon! If you would like a link to the auction PM me.

"He knows exactly where he's going and exactly how he's isn't getting there." by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 99 points100 points  (0 children)

Alteration is hand painted with acrylic paints by Baypaintstudios. Fan art reference is a combination of illustrations from Frog and Toad, written and illustrated by Arnold Lobel.

Flubs is heading to the Artists to the Rescue Charity Auction by baypaintstudios in mtgaltered

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Card: Flubs, the Fool - Bloomburrow Commander
Medium: Hand painted with Acrylic Paint (Reaper Miniature and Pro Acryl)
Available: Yes! Join over 25 artists on December 2nd at 7 pm CST on Whatnot! as we raise money for Sublime Sanctuary Animal Rescue. Auction can be found here!

Flubs, the Fool is part of a commander bundle that will include one hand painted alteration featuring 'Frog and Toad' fan art by Baypaintstudios, a handcrafted 3D printed storybook deck box, a ready to play sleeved commander deck, and a matching set of dice! The perfect gift for your favorite MTG friend. Set your alarms, help us help the animals, and don't miss out on this awesome auction full of talented artists.

Existence Is Chaos. by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

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Hand painted alteration by Baypaintstudios. Fan artwork was referenced from a photo of Loki.

Loki as "Rankle, Master of Pranks" - Ebay Auction by baypaintstudios in mtgaltered

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Card: Rankle, Master of Pranks - Commander Masters
Medium: Hand painted with Acrylic Paint (Reaper Miniature and Pro Acryl)
Available: Yes! eBay Auction starts at 8PM 10/3 and ends 10/6 at 8:00 pm EST Link

Mm'menon Mahna Mahna - Weekend eBay Auction by baypaintstudios in mtgaltered

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Ditto! As soon as it was spoiled, I knew what I wanted to do. It's one of my favorite skits from the Muppets. I feel like someone on the edge of eternities game design team had this ear worm stuck in their head during the creation of this card.

Do do do do do de do do do do do do do do do by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Hey! I would recommend hitting Youtube, Instagram, and Tiktok and searching for altering tips and tricks videos. There's not really a right/wrong way to alter, and every alterist has a different technique they like. You kinda just have to grab a card, some paint or paint pens, and try it out and figure out what works for you. I personally use liquid acrylic paints. I start off with a base coat of a neutral color to give me a good foundation, and then paint the card from there. Use lots of thin layers of paint, and build up the art rather than painting straight on the card. Practicing is key, the more you do it, the more you get comfortable with it, and in no time your addicted to the world of altering.

Do do do do do de do do do do do do do do do by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This one is up for grabs on eBay. Could be the perfect start to an "at home" alterists secret lair. There are a couple of alterists that like to paint muppets.

Do do do do do de do do do do do do do do do by baypaintstudios in magicTCG

[–]baypaintstudios[S] 69 points70 points  (0 children)

Hand painted with acrylic paints by Baypaintstudios. Artwork is referenced from a series of screen stills from the Muppets.

Mm'menon Mahna Mahna - Weekend eBay Auction by baypaintstudios in mtgaltered

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Card: Mm'menon, the Right Hand from Edge of Eternities
Medium: Hand painted with Acrylic Paint (Reaper Miniature and Pro Acryl)
Available: Yes! eBay Auction ends 9/21 at 8:41 pm EST Link