Son

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From the United Kingdom comes Son Tarot, an exciting new development in gay-inspired decks. Artist and illustrator Chris Butler previously created the imaginative works of The Butler Tarot, The Inner Landscape Tarot, and the Alchemical Elements Deck now brings to life a deck that reflects life and experiences of gay men with a decidedly in-depth spiritual aura. Son Tarot is currently a beautiful work in progress. A full set of the Major Arcana has been developed with striking digital and illustrated imagery that provides sheer delight as it draws the viewer in with intricate layers. Bringing a greater understanding to the meaning of the cards, this is a deck that easily interweaves a strong sense of Tarot tradition with mind expanding new concepts. Even as the traditional female archetypes assume masculine form, the feminine virtues hold their own as reflected within the male counterpart. Son Tarot provides a complimentary male perspective that is both sensual and tasteful in its depiction. Adding to the layered richness of Mr. Butler’s artistic vision is connections to other traditions. Son Tarot includes specific references to astrology, runic, elemental and I Ching philosophies.

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