By Wendy Stokes
Ethereal Visions Illuminated Tarot Deck by Matt Hughes, published by U.S. Games Systems Inc. 80 cards and instruction booklet in pack.
A tool for meditation, inner reflection and divination.
The faces of every card carry gold embossing which provides the deck with a very glamorous beauty and this special aspect adds an interesting ingredient to the readings. Each card carries a simple yet beautiful coloured drawing in soft pastel colours presented in a gold frame. The artist is self-taught, and the cards have an Art Nouveau/Pre Raphaelite and Symbolist energy, similar to The Age of Illustration.
Two extra major arcana cards have been added to the traditional tarot deck. These are The Well and The Artist. These two cards reflect the personal journey of Matt Hughes.
The booklet gives basic information only on each card so the reader will need to be experienced to read the full potential of the images. I found there was a strength in the images that was not immediately apparent. It is a delightful and impressive deck to work with.
About Wendy Stokes:
Wendy Stokes is a counselor, workshop facilitator and feature writer. Read her blogs, visit her YouTube channel, and join her on Facebook! All links are on her website: www.wendystokes.co.uk.
