So, I decided to try something new last week, and I bought an Impressionists Tarot Deck. I thought it would be pretty cool to use these cards to do some readings and maybe get a bit more clarity on things in my life. It was a little bit outside of my usual routine, but I was excited to give it a shot.
Getting Started
First, I spent a good couple of hours just looking at the cards. I mean, really looking. Each card was like a tiny piece of art, and I wanted to appreciate the details. I didn’t try to memorize anything; I just wanted to get a feel for each card and what it might represent. The deck was beautiful, with all those vibrant colors and brushstrokes, very impressionistic, you know?
Shuffling and Setting Up
After looking at the cards, I followed some advice I found online and shuffled the deck at least seven times. I made sure to give the cards a half-twist each time, just to mix them up really well and randomize which way they were facing. It felt a bit like a ritual, and I kind of liked that. I felt ready to dive into the readings once I was done with this.
Choosing the Right Deck
I quickly realized that not all tarot decks are created equal. For a beginner like me, I figured it would be better to have a deck that’s rich in meaning and guidance. I noticed some cards had words like “intuition,” “forgiveness,” and “healing” on them. It seemed like these would be super helpful in readings, acting like clarifiers or something. I also found another deck called “The Blind Spot,” which seemed more about guidance rather than just giving intuitive information. That was pretty interesting too.
Comparing Styles
I noticed a difference in styles between decks. For instance, the RWS deck has this graceful, art nouveau look with plain backgrounds, which is quite different from the Thoth deck, which is more art deco and was painted much later. I preferred the simpler backgrounds of the RWS deck because it made the images stand out more to me.
Making My Own Deck
Then I had this wild thought – what if I made my own tarot cards? I mean, why not? I read that lots of people create their own custom decks for personal use, and that sounded like a really fun project. I started sketching some ideas, thinking about what symbols and images resonate with me. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m excited about the possibility of having a deck that’s truly unique to me.
- Spent time just looking at the cards.
- Shuffled the deck multiple times with a twist.
- Chose a deck with clear, meaningful words.
- Compared different deck styles.
- Started planning my own custom deck.
Overall, it’s been a pretty cool experience so far. I’m still learning, but I’m enjoying the process of discovering what each card means and how it can apply to my life. Plus, the idea of making my own deck is super exciting. It feels like I’m not just reading cards but also creating something special.
