Hi I’m Ryan and this is my alter. The web cam I used is sub par and doesn’t show good detail at all. I hope this gives you a general idea of how to display a Alter. It doesn't matter about the items or the placement its all about making a tribute in your mind. Now you dont need a Alter but some feel it important to help them commune with the gods.

Not to mention its important for some Rituals and Spells.

You dont need to use anything Egyptian. Just use whatever you find around the house and specifically a small corner somewhere. whatever you feel is appropriate. Also I printed out pictures I found off the net and put them up. You can do this if you wish. It helps me visualize them better. The design of the Alter is up the individual.