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[COMMUNITY PROJECT] The 1st Annual "Multiverse Lens" Photo Gallery
if pokemon are based on real-word things... then it's possible to go outside and take a photo of something... like a pokedex...
but
is it possible to go outside and take a photo of something that inspired MTG?
Short Answer
Pokémon has direct, one-to-one inspirations. A pigeon looks like a Pidgey.
MTG has abstract inspirations: mythology, architecture, and natural phenomena.
How do you find Magic out in the real world?
MTG art isn't about direct copies. It's about capturing a mood through architecture, nature, and mythology.
Your Objective This Year
Grab a camera or your phone, find the real-world magic hidden around you, and submit your photos. Every usable photo will go into a blog post and YouTube special.
This is a creative initiative to bridge the gap between MTG and the physical world through a community photography project. I encourage you to participate in a "scavenger hunt" by identifying real-life environments and objects that mirror the high-fantasy aesthetics of the game's various "planes." This project transforms the traditional competitive contest into an inclusive gallery that celebrates environmental storytelling and your creativity.
Rules
- You are the photographer. No AI.
- No humans/modern tech in the shot. Keep the fantasy immersion alive!
- Post as many as you'd like.
By posting your photo here, you’re giving me the green light to feature it in the blog and YouTube video (with a clear shout-out to your username, of course!).
Deadline is April 1, 2027 (1 Year from Now)
I invite you to step outside, leave the modern world behind, and contribute to this living archive. Look at your neighborhood, your local park, or your favorite hiking trail through the eyes of a Planeswalker and ask yourself:
What plane are you currently standing in?
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