Vudu (Vodou, Voodoo) Tarot and Espiritismo Tarot Art Cards

Name: Vudu (Vodou, Voodoo) Tarot and Espiritismo Tarot Art Cards
Brand: Monroe Rodriguez Singh

by Monroe Rodriguez Singh

Tarot

comic-book-artafro-caribbeanlatinovodouespiritismomythologyindie-published

Theme: Afro-Caribbean and Latino mythologies in comic book art style

A self-published tarot project featuring two distinct comic book art style decks: the Vudu (Vodou, Voodoo) Tarot and the Espiritismo Tarot Art Cards. Both decks draw inspiration from Afro-Caribbean and Latino traditions, stories, and mythologies.

Key Features

Two distinct tarot card designs: Vudu (Vodou, Voodoo) Tarot and Espiritismo Tarot Art Cards
Comic book art style
Inspired by Afro-Caribbean and Latino traditions, stories, and mythologies
Indie self-published project by Monroe Rodriguez Singh
Successfully funded on Kickstarter with 218 backers

Who It's For

This project is ideal for tarot collectors and readers interested in culturally specific decks, particularly those with an appreciation for Afro-Caribbean, Vodou, Espiritismo, and Latino traditions. It would also appeal to fans of comic book art and those seeking decks with a strong narrative and distinct visual style. Readers looking for alternatives to traditional Rider-Waite-Smith imagery and who value indie-published works would find these decks compelling.

The Story Behind This Deck

Monroe Rodriguez Singh is the artist behind the Vudu (Vodou, Voodoo) Tarot and Espiritismo Tarot Art Cards. This project represents an indie self-publishing endeavor, driven by Singh's vision to merge the art of comic books with the spiritual depth of tarot, specifically drawing from Afro-Caribbean and Latino cultural heritage. The successful Kickstarter campaign in 2015 enabled the realization of this unique artistic and cultural fusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Vudu (Vodou, Voodoo) Tarot and Espiritismo Tarot Art Cards project?

This project by Monroe Rodriguez Singh is an indie self-publishing initiative that introduced two distinct tarot card designs. These decks, the Vudu (Vodou, Voodoo) Tarot and the Espiritismo Tarot Art Cards, are characterized by a comic book art style and draw heavily from Afro-Caribbean and Latino traditions, stories, and mythologies.

What art style do these tarot decks feature?

Both the Vudu (Vodou, Voodoo) Tarot and the Espiritismo Tarot Art Cards are designed in a comic book art style. This approach suggests dynamic illustrations, strong linework, and a narrative quality that brings the cultural themes to life on each card.

What cultural traditions inspired these decks?

The primary inspiration for both tarot decks comes from Afro-Caribbean and Latino traditions, stories, and mythologies. This focus aims to infuse the tarot system with the rich cultural narratives and spiritual elements specific to these heritages.