CatuheWhen David was a child, he was already obsessed with heroic fantasy, magic, and world-building. However, the universe sent him down a different path, and he pursued a career as a software engineer.​At the age of 45, something ignited within him and he decided to return to his first love: painting fantasy scenes and characters. He realized that it is never too late to pursue your passions! The Magic Compendium is the second manifestation of this passion and continues the great adventure in Illuminaria.​David lives in Seattle, in the Pacific Northwest, with his wife and daughter. He is a big fan of Magic: The Gathering and has been an avid player of World of Warcraft for years. Read More Read Less