Welcome back to the Grand Prix Atlanta countdown blog! Yesterday, I went
over everything related to the side events at Grand Prix Atlanta. From the
schedule for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to the unique events like Foiled
Again!, Sealed Spectaculars, and the Sunday Pro Tour Qualifier, everyone
should now have a better idea of what side events are available on November
10-12.
When one comes to a Grand Prix, most of the time it’s to play in the main
event and test your skills against some of the best players in the world.
For others, it’s to play in as many side events as possible because you
just love the value that the Infinite Challenge option represents. And with
the addition of the Command Zone, even Commander players have their own
area to do their thing.
But something that everyone has in common at Grand Prix? Their love of
special guests! And at Grand Prix Atlanta, there are going to be quite a
few. And the headliner? The critically acclaimed Terese Nielsen!
The Who
As it so eloquently states on her website:
The work of Terese Nielsen has captured the imagination of the gaming
and comic book industry. Whether you’re immersed in the beauty of
“Stream of Life” or “Moon Sprite,” you’re sure to agree that you
haven’t been left untouched. She has made her place in the world of
fantasy art, lurking in the upper echelons as one of the foremost
female artists in the field…
Wizards of the Coast caught wind of her work in 1996 and she emerged
within Magic: The Gathering through
Alliances
that same year. She has been in most of the card sets since then, and
continues to be a powerful artistic influence within the role-playing
world. She has been flown across the Atlantic and Pacific to be present
for signings, representing the international appeal of her work. One of
the art
D
irectors for WotC commented, “You’re one of the few artists I don’t
pigeon-hole. You do everything well.”
“Stream of Life,” commissioned by Wizards of the Coast, came out in the
Fifth Edition
card set for Magic the Gathering in 1996. This mystical, sensual
portrayal of dipping into the stream symbolizes the primordial urge we
have to seek sustenance from the Source or Stream of all life. The
feline beast represents great power, the elf, great wisdom; one is led
to muse on the possible relationship that exists between these
creatures of the wood, which by nature can never be completely defined.
This arresting image was composed with transparent washes of acrylic
intermingled with light glazes of airbrush.
“Moon Sprite,” another WotC piece, emerged through the
Portal
set not long after “Stream.” Produced in a mixed medium of acrylic,
gouache, colored pencil and the esteemed gold leaf, this image mirrors
the birth, the release of the creative. The pose, mood and
underlighting conspire to issue an enticing call to freedom. The
exquisite sense of emancipation imparted by the fairy is almost
tangible. We are witness to a timeless transcendence into higher levels
of awareness and expression, and are invited to participate in the
same. This “decorative piece of jewelry” remains a favorite with fans
as well.
The What
Terese has drawn numerous amazing pieces of Magic artwork:
Life From The Loam
Rest In Peace
See all the cards illustrated by Terese Nielsen
here
!
The When
So when can you meet Terese and have cards signed by her? All those details
are below:
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Friday, November 10 |
Saturday, November 11 |
Sunday, November 12 |
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10am – 1pm |
10am – 1pm |
10am – 1pm |
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Signatures: First 5 free, $1 each thereafter |
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What Monday Brings
Now that you know more about our Guest of Honor, it’s time for me to start
introducing you to our other special guests at Grand Prix Atlanta. On
Monday, I will be going over everyone who will be in Artist Alley, along
with the artwork they’re famous for and the times that they will be signing
those cards. See ya then!
Previous Grand Prix Atlanta Blogs
- Countdown To Grand Prix Atlanta: 11 Days Out – Event Overview!
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Countdown To Grand Prix Atlanta: 10 Days Out – Registration
Options And Rewards -
Countdown To Grand Prix Atlanta: 9 Days Out – Main Event
Registration -
Countdown To Grand Prix Atlanta: 8 Days Out – Side Event
Information