Best of Web
Global Health Crisis Coordination Center
28 August, 2020
Liz Danforth, a notable figure in the gaming industry, detailed her experience with COVID-19 which began after attending international gaming events as the pandemic surfaced. Despite precautions, she contracted the virus and faced challenges with symptoms and healthcare access, underscoring the initial testing and treatment difficulties. Her recovery was lengthy and fraught with complications, extending well beyond the initial illness.
Liz’s story highlights the serious implications of even “mild” cases and underscores her advocacy for greater public health awareness and safety measures.
For more details, you can visit the original source.
Best of Youtube
Igniting The Spark
Watch the replay. Now on Youtube.
I chatted with the “Igniting the Spark” folks on Tuesday September 13th. My segment kicks in at about 3:28 minutes in.
Interview with MTG Artist Liz Danforth
Alper Markov, host of the MTG YouTube channel “Concepts & Legends”, talked with me for two hours. We had a lot of topics to discuss, that’s for sure.
Patreon
A few free-to-read Patreon posts you might enjoy.
The Only Reason for Time
29 March 2024
Slumbering Giantess Up For Auction
This is one of the biggies! Supporter Mike Servati (perhaps better known to you as Collector Arthouse Mike) will be auctioning my alpha original painting of “The Slumbering Giantess.” He opened my package, live on camera, with this teaser.
The auction will be live, running from 8pm EST on Sunday August 25th, through 8pm EST on Friday the 30th of August.
There are exactly two places you can bid on this painting: the Facebook Community Group and in the Collector Arthouse Discord. If you need an invitation to that Discord, you can access it from this invitation: https://discord.gg/Rg6gVnXBwA.
Photo at the top of this post is courtesy of Arthouse Mike. Thank you!
Some Background Information
Mike promised I would tell you about the painting’s background and my process. I can do that…
“Artist Series” Playmat Special
29 March 2024
My initial announcement about the signed, limited edition playmats for Sorcery.
The post discusses a special offer on an “Artist Series” playmat featuring “Mirror Realm” artwork, available for Patreon supporters. The playmats are limited edition, individually signed, and numbered. Patreon supporters have early access and a discount, with prices and access varying by tier. New supporters can buy the playmat for $50 plus shipping if they join by April 30, 2024. The sale opens later to others for $75 each. Orders are processed in the order they are received, and patience is requested due to high demand.
Curtain Time
23 October, 2023
The initial “reveal” of The Seelie Court created for the Arthurian Legends expansion of Sorcery.
The article “Curtain Time,” written by Liz Danforth, describes the unveiling of her ambitious artwork, “The Seelie Court,” which was showcased at IlluxCon. Danforth mentions that she spent significant time painting and preparing the piece, which she considers her best work to date. She expresses gratitude to Erik Olofsson for commissioning the painting for the Arthurian expansion of “Sorcery: Contested Realm” and for the opportunity to display it at IlluxCon. She also acknowledges her Patreon supporters and encourages others to join to access exclusive content related to her work, expressing excitement for future projects and storytelling.
A Rare Find
2 September 2023
Sometime in the early 1980s, the main personalities behind Tunnels & Trolls (the second-oldest ttRPG) recorded an audiotape talking about ourselves and our work. Before TikTok, before YouTube, four crazy friends — me, Ken St Andre, Mike Stackpole, and Bear Peters– took up the challenge to tell players and fans about the game and what we did to create it.
Viva Las Vegas
11 November, 2022
What it was like to be an artist exhibiting at Magic’s 30th anniversary show in Las Vegas. (Spoiler: fun and exhausting.)
In this article, Liz reflects on her experience at Magic’s 30th Anniversary show, noting the stark difference in energy levels between herself and the younger attendees. She recalls being too tired to complete the seven-hour drive home, instead resting with friends Bill and Sara in Tempe, where she enjoyed the Halloween festivities.
After returning home, she needed a week to recover, which led to some frustration from clients inquiring about their card commissions. Despite the fatigue, Liz is determined to fulfil all her existing requests, acknowledging that while she works slowly, she takes pride in her craftsmanship.
Liz is grateful for the support she received during and after the show, expressing her appreciation to those who helped her and to her loyal patrons. She mentions the challenges artists face at large conventions, highlighting the importance of patrons’ continued support. By sharing her experiences publicly, she hopes to offer insight into the life of an artist and encourages readers to support her work through Patreon, as every contribution is deeply appreciated.
Igniting the Spark
16 August 2022
Being interviewed for a full-length documentary about Magic the Gathering.
In this article, Liz discusses a documentary titled “Igniting the Spark,” produced by Cavegirl Productions and X-Ray Films. The film explores the history of the game Magic: The Gathering and its impact on the gaming industry. The documentary features interviews with key individuals involved in the game’s history, including Liz herself. The project recently launched a Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for post-production work, quickly garnering substantial support. The launch day featured a livestream where contributors shared their experiences and insights about the game.
Liz expresses her gratitude for being included in the documentary and is excited to see her artwork appear on the Kickstarter playmats and as one of the tokens. She highlights her admiration for the documentary’s creators, noting their previous work and dedication to the gaming community. Liz encourages readers to support the documentary’s funding campaign, as the film celebrates the passion and creativity that shaped the world of Magic.
The Year that Refuses to End
30 December 2021
An overview of accomplishments of 2021, the first post-pandemic “longyear.”
In her post dated December 31, 2021, Liz Danforth reflects on the challenges and unexpected events of the past year, which she refers to as the “2020 Longyear” or “Pandemic Time.” Despite the chaos, she managed to find magic and fulfil her artistic pursuits, completing paintings for the game Sorcery, experimenting with natural inks, and working on other personal art projects. Danforth remained active on Patreon, sharing 92 posts, hosting live meetups, and engaging in Discord conversations.
She also used the time for home improvements, believing a better environment could positively influence her productivity.
In her post dated December 31, 2021, Liz Danforth reflects on the challenges and unexpected events of the past year, which she refers to as the “2020 Longyear” or “Pandemic Time.” Despite the chaos, she managed to find magic and fulfil her artistic pursuits, completing paintings for the game Sorcery, experimenting with natural inks, and working on other personal art projects. Danforth remained active on Patreon, sharing 92 posts, hosting live meetups, and engaging in Discord conversations. She also used the time for home improvements, believing a better environment could positively influence her productivity.