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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Here is another Minister I painted for the upcoming Three Kingdoms boardgame! It was a fun challenge to give each of them a unique personality to stand out within the game. More in the coming weeks!

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Here is the third minister portrait for the yet-unnanounced game set in the Three Kingdoms Era of China. I think the game will be announced next month or in November! Still many more illustrations to come.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Another Minister portrait I made for an upcoming board game set in the Three Kingdoms era of ancient China. Many more to come! The project began 2 years ago and I can't wait to share what I have been creating for this in the coming weeks

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Our son Ilan’s birthday is this week! Here is the birth card I made for him two years ago. For those who don’t know, Ilan was born with significant health complications that required him to spend eight months of his life in the hospital. I haven’t spoken about it much publicly, -

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Illustration I made for an upcoming board game set in the Three Kingdoms era of ancient China. I learned a lot about those historical events and they are very interesting! Looking forward to share some of the leaders and generals in the future, those were in particular interesting to research.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

''Primordial King'' Personal painting I worked on bit by bit in my spare time, trying to push my design skills! Still got a long way to go, however I enjoyed working on this one and may revisit the subject matter in the future.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

“I’m a doctor, not a…” One of the very first Star Trek cards I had the chance to illustrate for Magic: The Gathering! This was also one of the earliest pieces where I started pushing the storytelling elements in my card art, and I learned a lot throughout the process. -

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Another piece I painted for Magic: The Gathering - Star Trek, Marooned! This was a particularly fun piece to work on for several reasons, but especially because I was given the artistic freedom to choose which type of environmental suits to depict from across the different -

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Daemon Targaryen! Painted when the second season of House of the Dragon came out in 2024. Very fond of the ongoing third season and the creative choices the showmakers made, and looking forward to seeing the season finale next week!

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Greta! A central character portrait painted for the upcoming game Geneforge 3 by Spiderweb Software, currently on Kickstarter. Been a fan of their games ever since I was a kid and I am overjoyed to be able to contribute to this IP

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

And here’s the second Magic: The Gathering card revealed last week during the official stream Trelane, Squire of Gothos, created for the upcoming Star Trek set. Featuring the ever-stylish Q performing at a grand piano aboard a starship, this piece was an absolute joy to work on-

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Just wrapped up my first Magiccon! I was only able to come on friday but had a great time nonetheless. I connected with fellow MTG artists, art directors, friends and enthousiasts, meeting many of them for the first time and having great, inspiring conversations. -

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

My first Magic: The Gathering card has been revealed! Highly Illogical: Created for the upcoming Star Trek set, this piece features an astonished Spock, witnessing the White Rabbit on the Shore Leave planet. Created back in 2024, it was an incredibly fun assignment -

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

A photo with the designers at the release of Clash of Princes, the companion game I illustrated to the current musical about the life of Willem the Silent and the Eighty Years' War here in the Netherlands. The launch was a fantastic experience! -

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ndvq... Can't wait! The atmosphere, through the muted blue tones and the design works stand out amazingly.

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Dune: Part Three | Official Trailer

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I'll be attending MagicCon Amsterdam in two weeks! I'll mostly be hanging out in the Artist Alley as a visitor with fellow MTG artists, and I might even squeeze in a game or two of Commander If you'd like to meet up, let me know which day and I would love to say hi!

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

It has been around 2 years ago since ImagineFX Magazine reached out to me for an interview about the Dune series I worked on back then. Had the pleasure to contribute a few times before to their releases and the editorial team is very kind to work with!

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Watched OBSESSION yesterday, and I was amazed (and horrified) by the experience! On a budget of 700K, the movie made 350 million, and I immediately understand why; The lead actress (Inde Navarette) gave one of the best performances I have ever seen in a horror movie-

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmjp... Robbert Eggers everybody - based on this trailer I think this could be his best film to date. The attention to detail keeps getting better and better!

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WERWULF - Official Trailer [HD] - Only In Theaters Christmas

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Just finished this private commission for a returning client, an ancient relic from the time of Atlantis. I usually paint portraits for them, so it was a refreshing change of pace to work from a landscape/environment brief this time.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Can't believe this piece is more than 10 years old already! I made this interpretation of the Green Knight in 2016 when doing a mentorship, and I learned a tremendous amount about fundamentals and the importance of reference usage. Very grateful for the experience!

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Happy to share this painting of a Turkic warrior, created seven years ago! This piece went through multiple iterations and became my first serious attempt at building a portfolio piece when I was trying to get noticed by Wizards of the Coast to make art for Magic the Gathering-

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Chris Rallis @chrisrallis.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Saddened by the passing of John Blanche, who stood as the pillar of the grimdark aesthetic of the Warhammer universes, and has been an inspiration for me since my childhood. Initially as a collector and a fan of the IP, which later planted the seeds for my love for character design.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Received this lovely gift today from the SIXMOREVODKA team! This is a drawing by Marko Djurdjevic from 2005, which he created for the very first edition of DEGENESIS . As a fan of Marko's work and Degenesis it was an honor to receive this drawing of the Psychonauts. 1/2

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Painting I made five years ago! At the time, my goal was to push my use of color, since my work had been much more monochromatic. I experimented with complementary hues, along with a more daring approach to composition and shape language.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Another piece I painted for Prinsenslag (Clash of Princes), the companion game to the current musical about the life of William of Orange and the Eighty Years' War here in the Netherlands. This painting depicts Lumey (1542–1578), the infamous rogue baron who became one of the most feared figures 1/-

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

For the upcoming Prinsenslag (“Clash of Princes”) game, tied to the musical about the life of William the Silent, I made this painting portraying Balthasar Gérard (1557–1584); The man who assassinated Willem on behalf of the Habsburgs. 1/2

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

This portrait was painted for Prinsenslag (“Clash of Princes”), the card game created for the ongoing Dutch musical about the life of William the Silent and the Eighty Years’ War. The piece portrays Philip II of Spain (1556–1598), heir to the Habsburg dynasty. Inheriting the 1/-

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Another painting I made for Prinsenslag (“Clash of Princes”), the card game created for the ongoing Dutch musical about the life of William the Silent and the Eighty Years' War. This piece portrays Louise de Coligny (1555–1620), a French noblewoman and 1/-

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Earlier this year, I created this painting for Prinsenslag (“Clash of Princes”), the card game inspired by the ongoing Dutch musical about the life of William the Silent and the Eighty Years' War. 1/2

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Another painting I created some months ago for Prinsenslag (“Clash of Princes”), the card game inspired by the ongoing Dutch musical about the life of Willem van Oranje and the Eighty Years’ War. This piece portrays Anna van Buren (1533–1558), Willem’s first wife. 1/2

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Anyrava @anyrava.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

The black blade ⚔️ #eldenring

A digital painting of maliketh from elden ring depicted in a graphical tarot inspired artstyle

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Another portrait I created for Prinsenslag (Clash of Princes), the card game tied to the ongoing musical about the life of Willem van Oranje and the Eighty Years’ War here in the Netherlands. This piece depicts Margaretha of Parma (1522–1586), Governor of the Netherlands 1/3

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

I’m very happy to have been invited by the team at Bazaar of Magic to create artwork for the card game accompanying the new Willem van Oranje (William the Silent) musical here in the Netherlands! It is currently the largest musical in the country and already a great success 1/-

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Here’s a painting I made for the Isfet miniature board game back in 2023; Queen Hatshepsut! Often seen as one of the wisest rulers of ancient Egypt, known for her vision and incredible building projects. Some stories even say she inspired the creation of the Great Sphinx!

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Painting created in 2023 for the Isfet miniature board game. This piece depicts Kherty, the Undead ferryman; A counterpart to the Greek Charon. It was one of my first ventures into horror-themed artwork, and I remember finding it quite challenging at the time. 1/2

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

It's #PortfolioDay ! My name is Joel Chaim Holtzman and I am currently working as an illustrator on Magic the Gathering. You can view more of my artwork and connect at these spaces! linktr.ee/joelchaimhol... Cheers! JCH

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🥀𝕭𝖊𝖓𝖏𝖆𝖒𝖎𝖓 𝕰𝖊🥀MALYS: the Exorcist deckbuilder OUT NOW! 🕯️👹 @theboyofcheese.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Wait. Freeze. ❄️🥶 Is that more Benjamin Ee Mystical Archives? 📜👀 It's my great honor to return to Strixhaven, the plane that started my Magic journey, with Brain Freeze! 🧠❄️ I lost my cool when I got that email, no chill! 😍 AD: @jameelawahlgren.bsky.social #MtGSoS #SecretsofStrixhaven #MtG

A darker skin character has her mind expand behind her head with flurry energy of snowstorms and frost, while her eyes project rays of intention. Her clothes flow gently, and a large radial motif shines behind her, signifying the importance of this moment.

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Chris Rallis @chrisrallis.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Leech Collector MTG: Secrets of Strixhaven AD: Sam Padilla #mtg #MTGStrixhaven #MTGArt

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Christina Kraus @elbenherzart.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

📖 Magus of the Library 📖 Painted for Magic: The Gathering - Secrets of Strixhaven AD: Sarah Wassel Yay, I have finally new art to show. This certainly was an usual card for me to paint. Loved the challenge tho!❤️

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Another piece completed for the Legends of the Five Rings board game back in 2023! This is Daidoji Uji, Daimyo of the Crane Clan. I was honored to create an homage to an earlier interpretation of Uji, inspired by the Masters of the Court Crane Clan Pack cover from 2019.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Kitsu Okura, Champion of the Lion Clan! Painted for the recently funded Legend of the Five Rings Miniature game (2024). Had the pleasure to design and illustrate a generous amount of characters for the game, an opportunity which I am very grateful for.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Painting I made for the Legend of the Five Rings miniature boardgame around two years ago. The Necromancer! The goal was to push myself to add multiple characters in a scene, as well as use different hues, chroma and shape languages to tell a story that supports the main character.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Very impressed by the new DUNE 3 trailer! Here is a fanart piece I made two years ago in celebration of the second movie, Paul Atreides himself. The piece was featured in Imagine FX accompanied with an interview; Still very grateful!

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

GOOSEBUMPS. A lot of Giger influences and insane designs on some of the armor. Can't wait to see how they expand on the second book. www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_9v...

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Dune: Part Three | Official Teaser Trailer

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

DUNE 3, official image just shared by Chalamet. Going full Darth Vader with this one; Can't wait!,

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Nure-Onna, a Japanese Yokai (demon) with the head of a woman and the body of a snake. They haunt the shores and lakes for unsuspecting fishermen to devour. Painted this portrait last year while waiting for feedback on an assignment.

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Joel Chaim Holtzman @joelchaimholtzman.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Painting I made back in 2019, as a cover for Torg Eternity: Cyberpapacy. Learned about perspective and how to place multiple characters in a scene. There are elements I would paint differently,still quite happy how it turned out with the limited experience I had back then.

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