Kat black mentions that this version of the the golden tarot took 1,500 hours to produce. Many more tarot ebooks can be found in the stacks and are available to patrons of this site. The artwork used in the deck is digitally collaged composites from the artwork of the european renaissance and baroque eras, with expressive and surprisingly modern looking faces to communicate the meanings of each card. Aug 29, 20 the black cats tarot is an amazing deck that can be read by both beginners and seasoned readers alike, allowing the reader and client to quickly become enamored with these truly special black cats. Touchstone tarot is the second deck by kat black, author of the popular and critically acclaimed golden tarot the artwork used in the deck is digitally collaged composites from the artwork of the european renaissance and baroque eras, with expressive and surprisingly modern looking faces to communicate the meanings of each card. Jan 30, 2017 i sat with the deck and went through it card by card and immediately had a sense of storytelling and consistency.
I think kunatis commitment to producing two quality tarot decks should be applauded. Games systems in 2003 to achieve black s purpose of producing a renaissance tarot that used the more contemporary riderwaitesmith symbolic imagery and so would be easier to interpret. In july 2007, kat did a podcast interview on that you might like to listen to. Created by noel arthur hiempel, the numinous tarot is a radically inclusive and queerpositive deck that strives to bring a variety of experiences to the wonderfully complex symbolism of the tarot. Karten by kat black, 9783898757430, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. This deck is the choice of scholars, for it evokes images of elegance amid barbarism, and the light of virtue in dark times. This deck combines the best of traditional tarot with such lush artistry that each individual card speaks volumes all by itself. Orgs board golden tarot deck by kat black tarotacademy. Illustrated over the course of four months, it began as a project to help the artist connect with tarot on a deeper level.
Buy golden tarot by kat black at mighty ape australia. Long known as a digital deck, the golden tarot is now in print from us games the edition comes in a sturdy box with a 178 page companion book. The cards are beautifully treated with gilt edges and the deck is specially packaged in a deluxe display box. She used a sophisticated collage technique for making the tarot cards. These beautiful cards have been digitally and seamlessly collaged from actual paintings dated in the medieval and renaissance periods the same era from which the earliest known tarot decks appeared. The yeager tarot of meditation invites self discovery and awareness through the images. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Golden tarot is a 78card tarot deck published in 2003 by u. The nice box is really handy and rather sturdy as well. The sensual portraits are imbued with subtle facial expressions and nuances that can help the reader intuitively connect with the cards. Ive been an avid collector of tarot decks since 1970 when i received my first deck, a riderwaitesmith deck. The golden tarot has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace.
The black cats tarot tells this story brilliantly with simple symbolism, a respect of the original cards while following the rider waite symbolism. Based on this idea, kat black made a complete tarot deck after doing research on each artwork. The edition comes in a sturdy box with a companion book, and cards with gilt edges. Tarot little white books free downloads pdf ebooks. Tarot enthusiasts and deck collectors alike will be much richer for having black s breathtaking creation in hand. Illustrated in a style that refuses to be placed in any specific era or time, each card emerges from the darkness a story in itself, embodied in a. Golden tarot deck with book by kat black healingtarot. Kat blacks golden tarot was one of my most popular classes in the series. Chances are youll be more than happy with your purchase. See more ideas about tarot, tarot cards art, tarot decks. The golden tarot book by kat black 1 available editions.
Golden tarot deck kat black has created a sumptuous tarot deck using a sophisticated collage technique that brings new luster and meaning to the european masterpieces she has assembled for this special deck. Oct 08, 2019 arthur wang is raising funds for true black. The golden edges put me in mind of a real golden brick when i open the top of the twopart box holding both the deck and the booklet. Brownishgold fine pattern, sort of like what you would get by repeating a lowcontrast kalideoscope image. If youre a first time visitor, please read the welcome page to familiarise yourself with the site. Some cards images are slightly different to the original riderwaite tarot deck. There are a lot of changes that are coming with this second edition, which is why im creating this post to give you all some updates about it. The deck has been overseen by tarot masterdirector alejandro jodorowsky and up until now has only been available at king khan shows. Add to cart created entirely using less well known artwork from the middle ages and early renaissance, and even edging the cards in gilded gold, the golden tarot brings the inspiration of history into your divination and tarot. I am the authorartist of two tarot decks golden and touchstone tarot.
It does not stray all too far from the original riderwaite symbolism. Long known as a digital deck, the golden tarot is now in print from us games. This deck is even more beautiful and complex than the story of its publication. Each class would feature a newer deck that i thought was significant in its readability and unique contribution to the tarot world. If you would like to purchase this deck, click here. She was inspired by european artworks that are not well known. Touchstone tarot is the second deck by kat black, author of the popular and critically acclaimed golden tarot. Dec 20, 2016 golden tarot by kat black full flip through. The sumptously illustrated cards draw on astrology, personal insights and the symbolism found in everyday life.
Golden tarot deck 9781572814349 by black, kat and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Comprised of collage imagery from the european masters paintings, these tarot cards pay tribute to artwork of the middle ages and early renaissance celebrat. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Recognisably based on the riderwaite deck, the golden tarot is an excellent college deck. Jun 02, 2017 they only sell two or three decks, but one of them was kat blacks golden tarot. As for books though, i think this economic crisis is going to really speed up the changeover in publishing to print on demand. The golden tarot is a sumptuous collage tarot deck, skilfully blending medieval and renaissance artwork into whole tarot scenes. For touchstone tarot, kat black created sumptuous tarot collages from baroque masterpieces, bringing new layers of meaning to readings.
Fitting neatly inside the box are the 78 tarot cards the backs are a lowkey cream and tan pattern, reversible, a title card, a card with a few words from kat black, and a 200 page bound companion book. The two tarot decks they published were bestsellers, so i dont think it will affect other publishers considering doing tarot decks. This makes that you can see each tarot card in 3d which creates literly a new dimension in your tarot readings. The golden tarot is a sumptuous collage tarot deck, skillfully blending medieval and renaissance artwork into whole tarot scenes. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Available in the little red tarot shop, shipping worldwide. I didnt have a taste for medieval and renaissance art until i got this deck. Here is a sneak peak, but there are thousands of books available for download. Its been a while, but im so damn excited to announce that the second edition of golden thread tarot decks are coming soon. The symbolon deck was created to reach the memories of the soul. While the deck pays tribute to the artwork of the middleages and early renaissance, it celebrates the exploration of tarot and its artistic heritage.
For anyone who doesnt know, the golden tarot is a digital collage art deck adapted from late medieval and early renaissance works of art. A minimalist iconographic tarot card deck printed with gold foil on sleek, matte, recycled plastic. You can see some of the cards at for those interested in its. From the visionary mind of king khan was born the idea to celebrate black power using the mystic language of tarot. The simple imagery of this deck is designed to be a modern take on an ancient tradition. Golden thread tarot second edition deck now available. Its an exciting, beautiful tarot and a joy to look at. The golden tarot by kat black is exactly what i have been looking for. This is the best collage art deck i have seen to date. A gorgeous, luxe tarot deck with new paintings by arthur wang, currently in the works and slated for kickstarter fall 2017. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. If you already meditate, but want to learn the tarot, then this might be the deck for you. Created entirely using less well known artwork from the middle ages and early renaissance, and even edging the cards in gilded gold, the golden tarot brings the inspiration of history into your divination and tarot readings. Golden tarot by kat black 78 card deck 198 page guide book.
Its elegant and profound with its dark colours and serious faces and yet friendly and communicative. Tarot home tarot decks tarot books astrology home email. Though originally starting out as an illustration project to help me create closer connections to each card, the project quickly evolved into a physical deck as well as a. The golden tarot by kat black was my 77th acquisition and the most spectacular member of my collection. This riderwaitebased tarot celebrates and honors the beautiful and magical black cats. Built on the premise that we have the answers we need within ourselves. Nov 30, 2016 the golden tarot deck is a marvelous conception by kat black. The yeager tarot is intended to serve as sources for meditation. If you are starting your tarot journey and if the late middle ages and early renaissance art appeals to you then i highly recommend that you own a kat balcks golden tarot. The golden tarot deck by kat black a solar calendar is a calendar whose dates indicate the season or almost equivalently the apparent position of the sun relative to the stars. This deck was originally webonly, but fans of her work urged her to create an actual deck. The golden tarot astrology books at the astrology center. Usually im not a fan of digital collage art on tarot decks, but i hardly noticed with kat black s work.
They only sell two or three decks, but one of them was kat blacks golden tarot. The aeclectic forum see below contains the most uptodate news. Black originally created a deck for herself and put it on the internet, generously sharing her artwork with other tarot aficionados. While her deck remains true to the original riderwaite traditional symbolism, kat black offers accessible tarot. More familiar visitors may wish to read the news, or find what theyre looking for quickly using the sitemap. Touchstone tarot by kat black goodreads share book.
Kat black has created a sumptuous tarot deck using a sophisticated collage technique that brings new luster and meaning to the european masterpieces she has assembled for this special deck. This project is now known as the golden thread tarot deck and companion app. These represent in sequence a journey through life from birth to enlightenment. Each painting been meticulously researched and chosen specifically for its divine evocations. I get the same experiences as you eerily accurate results andor eerie. The art is attractive and suitably historical on the majors and the court cards, but the suits are relatively plain, undecorated cards with pips instead of illustrated scenes. Golden tarot deck 78 deluxe cards with special gilt edges. Golden tarot by kat black full flip through youtube. The golden tarot is a modern celebration of late medieval artwork. Cleverly incorporating feline characteristics and legend into traditional tarot archetypes, this fanciful deck captures these creatures moving between worlds of reality and fantasy, the mundane and mystical. I wish kat black comes out with a book that interprets each card in great detail. During the first half of the 2000s i taught a very popular special series of tarot classes called important new tarot decks. Golden tarot follows rws imagery in a way that makes it easy to use, but uses richer period artwork in a way that feels really authentic.
If you would like your own copy of the golden tarot, you can buy it now the tarot is a deck of cards that originated over 500 years ago in northern italy. I started this site in particular to widen the audience for artwork of an underrated and littleknown period. Im starting a new thread here now that my new deck is nearing publication. He chose 26 african american people whom he felt followed a true path of illumination despite being born in a country that was so corrupt and vehemently against them. The golden tarot book which, despite its diminutive size, is a bound book and not a stapled booklet is the same size as the cards. The golden tarot is inspired by both the riderwaite and historical viscontisforza decks.
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