
Melanin Mystique Tarot Deck
by Eva Mystique
Theme: Diverse representation of performers and artists of color in tarot
Medium: pencil ink
The Melanin Mystique Tarot Deck features hand-illustrated images of magical performers and artists of color, created by professional entertainer and artist Eva Mystique. This deck aims to provide a diverse and inspiring representation within the tarot system.
About This Deck
The Melanin Mystique Tarot Deck is a project by Eva Mystique, designed to offer a unique and inclusive representation within the world of tarot. It features hand-illustrated images that depict magical performers and artists of color, embodying the energies and aesthetics of the tarot cards. The deck's concept is rooted in celebrating diversity and providing a mirror for BIPOC individuals within spiritual tools, aiming to inspire and empower.
Eva Mystique, a professional entertainer and mental health advocate, brings her creative vision to this deck, intending to shock as well as inspire. The artwork focuses on incredibly talented and inspiring BIPOC performers and artists, translating their essence into the Major Arcana. While the campaign did not provide specific details on the Minor Arcana or suit structure, the emphasis is clearly on a reimagining of traditional tarot through a lens of diverse representation.
Although the Kickstarter campaign did not reach its funding goal, the concept highlights a growing demand for inclusive and representative tarot decks. The project aimed to deliver a full tarot experience, presumably a 78-card deck, with a focus on empowering its audience through relatable and inspiring imagery.
Key Features
- Features hand-illustrated images of magical performers and artists of color
- Created by professional entertainer and mental health advocate Eva Mystique
- Focuses on diverse representation within the tarot system
Who It's For
This deck is ideal for tarot readers and collectors seeking diverse and inclusive representation, particularly those who identify as BIPOC or wish to support creators focused on cultural representation. It appeals to individuals interested in the intersection of performance art, magic, and spirituality. Readers who appreciate hand-illustrated art and a modern, empowering approach to tarot will find this deck compelling.
The Story Behind This Deck
Eva Mystique is a professional entertainer, mental health advocate, and self-described 'bruja' who began her entertainment career in 2015 with burlesque. She has since become a nationally toured performer, erotica author, and dance instructor. Her motivation for creating the Melanin Mystique Tarot Deck stems from her desire to shock and inspire, making a difference during uncertain times by casting spells and bringing her unique creative vision to the spiritual community.
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Campaign Stats
Raised
$2.0K
Backers
36
Funded
50%
Launched
Apr 2021
Platform: Kickstarter
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