The Magic Story Podcast The Magic Story Podcast Presents | #160: All About Fable Frames with Lorwyn Eclipsed
Jan 14, 2026
Dalton Pencarinha, a talented card frame illustrator, and Aliana Rood, an art director for the Booster Fun team, dive deep into the whimsical world of Fable Frame cards from Lorwyn Eclipsed. They share insights on their creative process, from sketching to print testing. Dalton reveals the child-like inspirations that shape the frames, while Aliana discusses artist curation and cohesion in art direction. Hear about their favorite artworks, including the charming Sapling Nursery, and the collaborative magic that brings these enchanting cards to life.
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Fable Frame Marries Frame And Art
- The Fable Frame blends a stylized frame with thematic Lorwyn artwork to create a distinct collectible treatment.
- It intentionally evokes storybook and high-fantasy illustration to shift the set's visual tone.
Personal Tie To Charles Vess
- Harless shares a personal connection: she grew up near Charles Vess and used to see him at her comic shop job.
- She recalls being starstruck but admires how his ethereal style inspired the Fable Frame vibe.
Booster Fun Expands Card Expression
- Booster Fun exists to push traditional Magic card expectations with custom frames and print experiments.
- The team treats cards as expressive artifacts fans can use to personalize their game moments.
