Category: Tarot Cards
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The Departures Tarot
Click or not: The Departures TarotInspired by Max Beckmann, a German painter, printmaker, and sculptor active during the early 1900s, visual artist Nicholas Jacobs has just introduced the Departures Tarot Kickstarter campaign, a deck that blends esoteric wisdom with the stark realities of the New Objectivity movement from the late 1920s. Max Beckmann’s work featured undercurrents of moodiness or unease… …
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The Flower Spirit Tarot
Click or not: The Flower Spirit TarotAs a tarot collector, I am always on a lookout for interesting decks. Sometimes I’m in a mood for something more surreal, mysterious but set in modern world like Nicolas Bruno’s The Somnia Tarot, maybe something cheeky and NSFW like Aquata Dujour’s Dick Pic Tarot Deck, but whatever it is, I’m attracted to illustrations. When… …
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Creator’s Spotlight – Meet Marine!
Click or not: Creator’s Spotlight – Meet Marine!For many, the allure of tarot lies in its novelty and mass media’s portrayal of it as a tool of witchcraft and magic. For some of us, it’s the promise of self-discovery that draws us in. But for French tarot reader and self-proclaimed tarot goblin Marine, it became a lifeline during one of the darkest… …
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Creator’s Spotlight – Meet Jody Barton!
Click or not: Creator’s Spotlight – Meet Jody Barton!Jody Barton’s Rotten Tarot Kickstarter campaign caught my eye immediately with its surreal and eclectic art style. I knew right from the start this isn’t your typical deck of cards. Reading the campaign page, it’s very apparent that the Rotten Tarot is a bold reimagining of tarot, the project that blends humor, philosophy, and a… …
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Nicolas Bruno’s Surreal Exploration in Tarot and Oracle Art
Click or not: Nicolas Bruno’s Surreal Exploration in Tarot and Oracle ArtBack in 2021, I discovered Nicolas Bruno’s The Somnia Tarot’s Kickstarter campaign a little bit too late and I’ve regretted not getting a copy of the deck. Bruno combines surrealism photography with the art of tarot, and he’s able transform nightmares into visual narratives, blending photography, sculpture, and costume design to bridge the ethereal and… …
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Christina Ricci Unveils Her Enigmatic Tarot Deck: Cat Full of Spiders
Click or not: Christina Ricci Unveils Her Enigmatic Tarot Deck: Cat Full of SpidersChristina Ricci, the OG Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family, and the star of Yellowjackets has just released a tarot deck, Cat Full of Spiders Tarot Deck and Guidebook. Known for her gothic charm, I can’t say I’m surprised that she has embarked on this new creative journey. Despite her association with dark, mystical roles,… …
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Decking the Halls with Tarot with the RWS Christmas Tarot Deck Kickstarter Campaign
Click or not: Decking the Halls with Tarot with the RWS Christmas Tarot Deck Kickstarter CampaignIt’s official the 2nd of December at the time of writing and Christmas is fast approaching! I am a fan of seasonality-themed decks, Yuletide Tarot being my go-to deck to use during the festive period. That might change soon with the RWS Christmas Tarot Deck. Created by Matt Green, a graphic designer and lifelong tarot… …
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Creator’s Spotlight – Meet Aquata Dujour!
Click or not: Creator’s Spotlight – Meet Aquata Dujour!In the world of tarot, innovation often comes with a touch of reverence for tradition. But what happens when you mix timeless archetypes with audacious creativity and a NSFW sense of humor? The Dick Pic Tarot Deck is a project that merges the art of tarot with the playful irreverence of drag, queer identity, and… …
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Kickstarter Campaign: Anima Tarot de Marseille
Click or not: Kickstarter Campaign: Anima Tarot de MarseilleThe recently launched Anima Tarot de Marseille on Kickstarter brings a fresh perspective to the classic Tarot de Marseille. This new deck is a tribute to both traditional tarot symbolism and the wisdom of animal spirits, crafted to inspire modern tarot readers to deepen their spiritual journey. The Anima Tarot is all about honoring tradition—there’s… …
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Kickstarter Campaign Spotlight: Two Bugs Tarot
Click or not: Kickstarter Campaign Spotlight: Two Bugs TarotHistorically, tarot cards were adorned with Renaissance-inspired artwork, often featuring elaborate, symbolic imagery steeped in European mysticism. These early decks, like the traditional Rider-Waite-Smith, have long set the standard for tarot design, with intricate, formal illustrations representing archetypal figures and universal themes. However, the modern tarot has evolved dramatically, transforming into a versatile canvas for… …