Tarot At A Glance

Tarot At A Glance is a tarot deck specifically created to assist beginners in learning card meanings more easily. The deck was successfully funded on Kickstarter in 2020 by Kathleen, a psychic and tarot reader with nearly 30 years of experience. The core concept revolves around providing clear, concise interpretations directly on the cards, reducing the need for constant guidebook reference during initial learning phases.

The deck was offered in two distinct visual styles: a 'Dark Edition' and a 'Northern Lights Edition,' allowing users to choose an aesthetic that resonates with them. While the campaign story emphasizes the creator's extensive background in divination and psychic abilities, the deck itself focuses on practical application for new learners. It aims to demystify tarot by presenting key concepts in an immediate, visual format, making the learning curve less steep for those new to the practice.

The creator, Kathleen, specializes in various divination methods including Thoth and Lenormand cards, and cartomancy, bringing a broad understanding of card systems to this project. This deck is positioned as a tool for those seeking answers and guidance, designed to be intuitive and supportive for individuals embarking on their tarot journey. The reward tiers indicate that the deck includes a personalized thank you card and options for signed copies and prints of favorite cards.

The artwork for Tarot At A Glance appears to be digitally created, featuring a minimalist design where keywords and a central symbol convey the card's meaning. The image shows two versions of a card, both centered around a jester's cap, likely representing The Fool or a similar Major Arcana card. The 'Dark Edition' has a black background with words like 'Innocence,' 'Fresh Start,' 'Hesitation,' 'Apathy,' 'New Beginning,' 'Important Decision,' 'Bad Choice,' 'Young Energy,' and 'Injustice' written in various shades of blue and white, some inverted. The 'Northern Lights Edition' features a light, iridescent background with similar words, suggesting a more ethereal or pastel color scheme. The overall style is graphic and text-heavy, prioritizing direct communication of meaning over complex illustrative scenes.

This deck is ideal for absolute beginners to tarot who are looking for a straightforward learning tool. It caters to individuals who prefer direct keyword associations on the cards rather than interpreting complex imagery. Readers interested in a minimalist aesthetic or those seeking a deck that simplifies the initial stages of tarot study will find this appealing. It is also suitable for those who appreciate decks created by experienced practitioners with a focus on accessibility.

Kathleen, the creator of Tarot At A Glance, is a natural-born psychic, empath, clairvoyant, claircognizant, clairsentient, healer, light worker, and medium. Her fascination with fortune-telling began at age 7 or 8 after seeing a gypsy in a movie, leading her to receive her first tarot deck for her 9th birthday. With almost 30 years of experience, she has honed her psychic abilities and specialized in tarot reading, also utilizing Thoth and Lenormand cards, and cartomancy. She created this deck to share her gifts and help others find answers, focusing on making tarot accessible for beginners.