Interview with Maria Alviz Hernando

Margo: I love how in the book you talk about predictive reading – as predictions divide the cartomancy world in many situations, could you explain what you mean by or how you define a prediction in this context? Or what is your take on predictions? Maria: The subject of prediction

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Book Review: Tarot Tableau Revolution

I was thrilled to review Maria Alviz Hernando’s first book, Tarot Tableau Revolution, having been familiar with her work for sometime.  As several students on the TABI Intermediate Course will know, I am particularly fond of reading in tableau, and it’s great to have such a thorough examination of this

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Deck Review: Green Codex Tarot

It has taken me an uncharacteristically long time to write the review for The Green Codex Tarot because I am enjoying it so much, and it’s hard to know where to start. The tarot is designed with a system of “ecological culture codes.” The imagery is meant to encourage connection

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Deck Review: The Lubanko Tarot

The Lubanko Tarot was originally independently-produced by E. Lubanko, a US-based artist, and it was one of the more elusive (and expensive) decks to find in the aftermarket. Thankfully, we all have access now due to the mass-market version produced by Llewellyn. The Lubanko Tarot artwork is unrestrained, exposed, and

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Book Review: Talismans & Tarot

When traversing the path of mystical practice, two principal sources of power are frequently encountered: symbols and objects. In Talismans & Tarot, these are represented as cards and charms (a blanket phrase for crystals, metals, trinkets and such), respectively. Lori Lytle presents methods for integrating these elements through engagement with

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My Tarot Journey – K.A. Laity

My path with tarot is like most of my life paths: circling, recrossing, backtracking, wandering, and, to most observers, looking as if I am completely lost. I got my first tarot deck in the 80s. I had heard you weren’t supposed to buy one for yourself (oh, the power of

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