A Passion for Playing Cards
A deck of cards is small enough to fit in your hand (or pocket), yet holds the power to inspire and captivate people from all walks of life. Magicians make cards disappear and then reappear … Cardists turn a deck of cards into an artwork of a different kind, as they wield the cards in flourishes and twirls … Players use skill and nerve to conceal, bid and reveal their hand … Cartomancers lay cards in spreads to reveal their hidden meaning … Collectors show off their wall-size collections of gorgeous decks … Some discuss history, others design… All share a passion for cards. My own fascination with cards began with the illustrated characters and stories I imagined within each deck, which eventually inspired me to illustrate my own cards and explore their meanings and many uses.
Card Games & Patience
Card games bring people together and can offer hours of fun & entertainment. Whether you just play for fun, or enjoy a more serious approach, there is no doubt that there is a definite thrill associated with a good hand of cards.
Playing Solitaire or laying patience can be both a meditative and addictive challenge for the mind …
Reading Playing Cards
Cartomancy or reading playing cards can be done in many different ways (just like tarot). The method I use is similar to reading only the Minor Arcana in tarot. Great for impromptu readings and gaining fresh insight on everyday events, influences and direction.
Collecting Cards
A deck of cards is like a portable treasure box, filled with stories, where each deck and card has the ability to evoke joy and wonder, bring back memories and create lasting moments. Visit the link below to browse custom designed, hand illustrated decks for your collection or card table:
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Below are links to articles that delve further into the enjoyment of cards:
If you are twiddling your thumbs with a new (or old) deck of cards, or if you are thinking about getting a deck – then the ideas and suggestions in this post should keep you busy for a while.
