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Tarot Card Art |
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I'd been mulling over the notion of illustrating my own tarot deck for a few years, when
the opportunity came up to participate in a group tarot project through
Epilogue Galleries.
I had so much fun with the cards I've done that whether or not the Epilogue Tarot sees
the light of day, I will be illustrating more of them for my own enjoyment.
The Epilogue Tarot is still seeking a publisher for the project, but in the meantime I
am immensely happy to report however that, where noted, I am able to offer limited-edition
prints of my cards for immediate purchase! See below for details. I must reiterate however
that all of these designs are copyright to me and are not to be used anywhere else without
my express permission - all rights reserved.
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limited edition print available - click here
The last of my Epilogue cards, this great Queen represents the Lady of the Lake -
tied to the Moon and tides. She is the primal source of esoteric knowledge, empowering
the Seeker after truth, and the guardian of inner wisdom. One of my favorite cards.
click here for detail view
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limited edition print available - click here
Representing the element of Water, this was one of the first cards I completed.
In Celtic traditions, she is the Grail Queen, and the shell represents the Well
of Knowledge. The five flowing streams symbolize the five senses knowledge is
gained from. At the heart of the cup is a pearl of Wisdom, which the Queen offers
with love and compassion for the betterment of all. A more detailed translation
of all my intended symbology will be provided later with the printed version.
click here for detail view # 1,
and click here for view #2.
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Once again, rods have become spears, as this bright warrior stands ever watchful
among the standing stones. To see a detail of this piece,
click here.
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I chose to honor the Celtic theme of rods as Spears, representing the element of Fire.
And I couldn't think of a better fire-themed steed for this piece than a gryphon. I've
always had a soft spot for gryphons.
To see a detail of this piece, click here.
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- (line art version)
This is the preliminary version of my own card, the Seeker - also known
as The Fool. I started out creating a medieval-themed self portrait, and
it transformed into something else entirely. That stylistic staff the
Seeker holds is more than a paintbrush - it's a paintbrush version of my
Wacom digital pen, with a paintbrush tip, to symbolize my blending of
digital art with traditional mediums. As I am a modern medieval recreationist,
it seemed fitting. I will be posting a color version of this as soon as
it's available.
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