Hello mtg thread. I rarely post in here, but I've been playing magic since 2012 and am an appreciator of old magic art. Today, I'd like to spotlight the cancelled artist
Harold McNeill
Who is Harold McNeill?
Harold McNeill was a magic artist active from 1994-1997. Located in WA state he was one of the several local artists Wizards employed to help start their game and give it the unique look it had. His art can be described as Gothic, modern and somewhat abstract. It follows strict lines and contrasting colors, setting it apart from many magic works even at the time. Here are a few noteworthy examples:
Controversy
Harold also created this art, right around the start of his career with mtg, in 1994.
Despite existing as a card by this point for 26 years, magic decided to ban this card along with 6 others in June 2020 , due to fear of them being perceived as racist. This caused many to dig to try and find any dirt they could on Harold, and they did. Soon they found percieved nazi art and personal anecdotes of his "hateful" ways.
What happened in June 2020 to make Wizards do this?
May 25th 2020 Saint George Floyd died. The riots started immediately.
Where is Harold now? What is he up to?
Unfortunately, several misfortunes have recently befallen upon Harold. He has lost most of his eyesight and is functionally blind. His beloved cat Tharsis (pictured) passed away at 18. He lives alone, still in WA. His art has been banned, his reputation slandered relentlessly. He is hoping to get some SS benefits which include Healthcare to get his eyesight working again so he can continue creating. I found his story deeply touching and I am asking for prayers for Harold so he may be protected from the evils the libtarded magic community wishes on him, especially as he is supposedly suicidal recently. I don't know if he's a nazi, but I know he seems kind. If you'd like to hear about his life facing abuse, cancelation, past life with the US navy, going blind and more check out this recent interview I enjoyed quite a bit.
