In worlds of magic and myth, a mirror is never just a mirror. It can reveal distant lands, hidden truths, and glimpses of realms beyond reach.

Today, we're honored to welcome an artist who has long captured such mysteries in paint -  David O'Connor joins the roster of world-class talent contributing to 

Renowned for his oil paintings, rich with atmosphere and fine detail, David brings his traditional touch to our upcoming 

 set. It's a homecoming in many ways not only for the artist, but for the timeless traditions he's helped shape.

And he arrives with a vision forged in the golden age of fantasy illustration...

David’s professional journey began in the 1970s and quickly blossomed into a celebrated career. His evocative covers for Stephen Donaldson's fantasy novels became iconic, while his 17-piece project on Egyptian mythology for publisher Peter Lowe revealed the scope his his mythic imagination. Later, he lent his talents to 

during its formative years, before the rise of digital tools reshaped the landscape of fantasy art.

, David returns to the tactile realm of traditional illustration. 

“It is such a delight to be painting again,” David shares. “I now combine illustration and graphic work very happily and I hope to produce paintings for as long as there is demand for my work.”

 and fantasy art alike, will be eager to see what he brings to the realm next!

Today's particular illustration is stepped in story and legacy. Originally commissioned in 1987 as a book cover for 

, the second novel in Stephen Donaldson’s fantasy duology, it now finds new life in

A striking blend of mystery and classic fantasy grandeur, in many ways David's work reflects the soul of Sorcery's vision of hand-painted art that evokes the spirit of fantasy's golden age.

See how illustrations like David's become foil cards in Sorcery: Contested Realm.

We’re proud to feature one of David’s classic works today, and Sorcerers can look forward to more of his art woven throughout 

. You can explore David works on his website 

Looking to find out more about Sorcery's talented artists? Explore our full roster of artists 

Welcome to Sorcery, David O'Connor!

We’re thrilled to announce that celebrated fantasy illustrator 

With a career spanning over three decades, Jeff Menges has captivated fantasy fans worldwide, from his iconic work as one of the original twenty-five 

This year at Gen Con 2025, Jeff will showcase a curated selection of his work, including never-before-seen illustrations from our upcoming set 

booth throughout the week, signing cards, chatting with fans, and sharing how he's helping bring 

 to life...or perhaps we should say, undeath?


Whether you’ve followed Jeff’s work for years or are simply curious about what’s coming next, we can't wait to see you at Gen Con 2025!

Gen Con's event calendar will go live on Sunday, May 4th, and with it, our full lineup of offerings:  learn-to-play events,  gameplay experiences, and our first-ever  

Even more news is getting ready to hatch for 


Mark your calendars for Gen Con 2025 and join the conversation in our dedicated #gencon channel on the 

We look forward to seeing you at Gen Con!

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Join us for a quick, informal check-in with the Erik’s Curiosa team as we catch up on all things 

 with Jesse, chatting with Erik Olofsson himself, and revealing fresh art with 

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