Contributing images of Magic: The Gathering artwork to the MTGDB database involves a specific process to ensure accuracy and consistency. This contribution enhances the database’s value as a resource for identifying and appreciating the game’s visual components.
A comprehensive and reliable art database benefits both players and researchers. It provides a centralized location for verifying card details, tracing the evolution of artistic styles within the game, and supporting various fan-created content such as proxies and digital art projects. Historically, access to high-quality card imagery has been fragmented, making a unified repository highly valuable.