""""""""A Little Tied Up"""""""" Tarot Deck

The "A Little Tied Up" Tarot Deck is a 78-card set that merges the ancient practice of tarot with the Japanese art of Shibari, presented through a body-positive lens. Created by artist Christine Keen, the deck aims to provide a unique and expressive tool for divination, appealing to those who appreciate both the aesthetic and philosophical aspects of rope bondage.

The deck maintains the traditional 78-card structure, including both Major and Minor Arcana. While specific details about the interpretation of each card are not provided in the campaign, the imagery clearly adapts classic tarot archetypes to the Shibari theme. The campaign emphasizes a "simple body positive" approach, suggesting an inclusive representation of figures within the art.

Christine Keen, the creator, developed this deck as part of her passion for art, which she pursued full-time after a disability led to her being laid off. The deck represents a significant creative endeavor for her, combining her love for various art forms, including Shibari. The Kickstarter campaign, though ultimately unsuccessful in its funding goal, showcased the full deck and offered various art-related rewards, including stickers of the card art.

This deck is designed for tarot readers and collectors who have an interest in Shibari art, body positivity, or alternative aesthetics. It appeals to individuals seeking a unique and expressive tarot experience that diverges from traditional or mainstream imagery. Readers who appreciate contemporary, digitally illustrated art and are comfortable with mature themes will find this deck particularly engaging. It may also attract those who support independent artists and creators with personal stories of overcoming challenges through art.

Christine Keen, the artist behind TinyKittensDen, began her artistic journey with an Etsy store in 2018. Due to a disability and the impact of COVID-19, she was laid off from her full-time job in 2020, which allowed her to fully immerse herself in her artistic passions. This period of lockdown became a pivotal time for her, leading her to find greater happiness in her creative work. As her disability progressed, TikTok became instrumental in helping her gain traction and support herself through her art, enabling her to create works like "A Little Tied Up" for a community that shares her interests in Shibari, resin art, and drawing.