Tarot Cards for Beginners

Noira Tarot 2026 The Noira Tarot 2026 is a hand-drawn tarot deck by Vietnamese artist Duy Khanh Vo, with soft pastel colours, bold black lines and simply drawn faces. Alongside the 78 tarot cards, you get three extras: The Karma, Myself and The Blank. The deck arrives wrapped in hand-drawn wrapping paper. Language: English Quality: White borders with rounded corners Contents: 81 cards, no guidebook included Place The Blank in front of you and see what comes up: the face with the third eye leaves the reading entirely open.

Sarah Nalind Tarot Deck A 78-card tarot deck with photographs instead of drawings, made by Sarah Nalind, psychologist, medium and tarot reader. Use it to reflect on your own life through symbols and intuition, for a daily card or a longer spread. Language: English Quality: Light pink box with silver foil, rose-gold satin pouch Contents: 78 cards The backs of the cards show the ‘SN’ monogram in a wreath of flowers on a light blue background.

Yukika Tarot Stasia Burrington painted all 80 cards by hand in watercolor over two years. Built on the Rider-Waite-Smith structure, the imagery centers on bodies, presence, and the immediate moment rather than distant symbolism. A pink-blue holographic foil on the card edges shifts with the light and sits naturally alongside the soft palette. Language: English Quality: 350 gsm matte card stock, pink-blue holographic foil edges, sturdy lidded box Contents: 80 cards and a 100-page guidebook This is the 2nd edition of the deck Burrington originally released through Kickstarter.

Taste Buddies Tarot M. Scorch designed this 78-card deck without any dark or heavy imagery: every card carries an uplifting message, illustrated in kawaii style with food as the central theme. The suits are renamed Chopsticks, Bowls, Straws and Plates, and the whole deck fits in a compact tin. Language: English Quality: Compact cards (60 x 89 mm), stored in a metal tin Contents: 78 cards and a 68-page guidebook The guidebook includes meal-themed spreads developed specifically for this deck.

The Haptic Tarot Designer and tarot reader Nick Jacobs built this 79-card deck around a single visual idea: hands as the primary carrier of meaning. The imagery draws on the early Flemish painting of Jan van Eyck, rendered through a curated generative AI process that produces deep, shadow-rich compositions reminiscent of fifteenth-century oil paintings. Language: English Quality: Sturdy card stock, smooth shuffle, two-piece box Contents: 79 cards + 60-page guidebook A deck you reach for when a reading calls for stillness rather than speed.

Anima Tarot Anima Tarot draws on alchemy, Jungian psychology, mythology, and the astrological and Kabbalistic correspondences developed by the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. Illustrator Catherine Asterdis filled each card with layered symbolism; author Anna Oginski’s guidebook works through the light and shadow traits of every Arcanum. Language: English Contents: tarot cards with 128-page guidebook Oginski is a lead teacher at the Lenormand Academy and previously authored the Romantic Lenormand Oracle.

Oracle of the Mythic Heroes Rather than gods like Zeus or Athena, this oracle centres on the mortal figures of Greek and Roman mythology: Orpheus, Daedalus, Helen of Troy. Letao Wang, a professional astrologer and tarot specialist based in Hong Kong, links each of the 40 cards to a zodiac sign, a planet and a decan. The 256-page guidebook illustrates each card with concrete examples drawn from his own counselling practice. Language: English Quality: Sturdy cards, 127 x 172 mm Contents: 40 cards and 256-page guidebook The astrological layering per card, including decan and crystal pairing, makes this an unusually detailed oracle for a 40-card deck.

Queer Tarot: An Inclusive Deck and Guidebook Ash + Chess, the duo of Ashley Molesso and Chess Needham based in Richmond, Virginia, built this deck on a clear principle: every single card is based on a real LGBTQ+ person, commissioned specifically for this project. The result covers the full 78-card structure of tarot, reimagined with a wide range of gender identities, sexual orientations, skin tones, body sizes, and physical abilities. The illustrations draw on risograph-style printing, with bold lines and saturated retro colour palettes. Language: English Quality: Flocked interior tray, magnetic keepsake box with metallic foil accents, flexibind guidebook Contents: 78 cards + 176-page guidebook Each card figure was drawn from a real person, which gives this deck a grounding that purely invented designs rarely achieve.

RWS Tarot – Pamela Colman Smith This is the original Rider-Waite-Smith deck from 1909, the edition that became the foundation for almost every tarot deck published since. Pamela Colman Smith illustrated all 78 cards, including the minor arcana, with narrative scenes, something that had not existed in tarot before. The print follows the original technique, including the characteristic dot structure that belongs to this reproduction. Language: Multilingual guidebook (including English) Contents: 78 cards with guidebook Anyone learning tarot will find that almost every course, book, and online resource refers back to this deck.

Quên Oracle The Quên Oracle is a set of 44 hand-painted cards by Vietnamese artist Duy Khanh Vo. Each card shows a dreamy, painted scene that invites you to feel rather than look up a fixed meaning. The name ‘Quên’ means ‘to forget’ in Vietnamese, and the cards are designed to bring back memories and emotions you may have set aside. Language: English Quality: 350 gsm card stock, anti-scratch matte lamination, holographic silver edges Contents: 44 oracle cards The Quên Oracle also works as a companion to the award-winning Quên Tarot, with silver edges that complement the tarot’s gold and copper tones.

Eros: The Garden of Love Tarot A burlesque take on the Tarot de Marseilles in which Uusi combines the classic structure with bold humour and sensual imagery. This third edition includes the 78 standard cards plus the exclusive 23rd major arcana ‘The Seeker’ and five Luna cards. Language: English Quality: heavy cardstock with embossed linen finish, third edition of 1000 copies Contents: 83 cards with guidebook The Marseilles structure stays recognisable, but the imagery is outspoken and distinct.

Green Glyphs Box Set The Green Glyphs Box Set brings together four divination systems in one box: tarot, oracle, Lenormand and runes. Designer James uses colour-coding as a consistent guide across all decks, making it easy to see at a glance whether a card is favourable or unfavourable. The Lenormand is a revised second edition, and the rune set comes with four dice you can use alongside or instead of the cards. Language: English Quality: Gilded edges, orange box per individual deck, double-sided card stand Contents: 78 tarot cards, 50 oracle cards, 41 Lenormand cards, 33 rune cards, 4 runic dice, individual guidebooks, 380-page hardcover glossary, card holder The 380-page glossary covers all four decks and explains how to use them together as one combined system.

Wicked Moon Tarot This deck tells one continuous story: a young witch travels through four seasonal realms, following the eight festivals of the Wheel of the Year. Lunastorta illustrated in watercolour and digital technique; Giorgia Farano, founder of the Witches’ Academy in Glastonbury, wrote the text from over a decade of experience as a teacher and priestess. The cards measure 70 x 120 mm and handle smoothly thanks to the matte coating. Language: Multilingual (including English) Quality: Silver gilt edges, smooth coating Contents: 78 cards with multilingual guidebook Each season carries its own colour palette: pale tones in spring, deep darkness in winter.

Walk in the Red Tarot: Handmade Deck & Oracle in Wooden Box This rare, handmade set by artist Duy Khanh Vo combines the vibrant Walk in the Red Tarot with the minimalist Aday Oracle. Housed in a custom-printed wooden box, this limited edition offers a deeply intuitive and artistic reading experience. Artist: Duy Khanh Vo Edition: Authentic Edition from the original publisher. Contents: Includes the 78-card tarot deck, the Aday Oracle deck, and a handcrafted wooden storage box with a metal latch. Features: High-quality matte cards featuring expressive folk-art symbolism and a digital PDF guidebook for deep reflection. Language: English Secure one of only six available sets—a unique opportunity to own a handcrafted masterpiece that perfectly blends contemporary art with spiritual depth.

Tarot of the Goddesses 78 tarot cards linking goddesses from different cultures to the classic tarot archetypes. Antonella Platano draws in an expressive, colourful style. Jessica di Fraia writes the interpretations. Language: multilingual guidebook, cards without text Quality: sturdy cardstock, expressive illustrations with clear colours Contents: 78 cards (65 × 118 mm) + 128-page guidebook A deck that combines mythology and tarot, suitable for working with archetypes.

Tarot of H’Arts Isabel Hayes replaced the traditional tarot symbols with the tools of artists: paintbrushes, piano keys, dancing figures and theatrical scenes. Every card is hand-painted in an expressive style with bold colours and a strong sense of movement. The structure follows the Rider-Waite system, but the imagery is entirely her own. Language: English Quality: Gold-coloured edges, sturdy keepsake box Contents: 79 cards and a 288-page guidebook This deck rewards familiarity with Rider-Waite – it helps you see exactly what Hayes changes and why.

The Wild Unknown Tarot Kim Krans drew all 78 cards by hand, in black-and-white line art with deliberate splashes of colour. Animals and plants take the place of the traditional human figures. The set includes a 208-page hardcover guidebook, fully illustrated and written by Krans herself. Language: English Contents: 78 cards and a 208-page hardcover guidebook The matte black box features a circular motif of black-and-white stripes with a rainbow-coloured ring on the front.

Holo Tarot Holo Tarot is a complete tarot deck by Blackfish Studio that follows the classic Rider-Waite-Smith structure, finished with a holographic coating on the face of each card. The coating shifts through a full spectrum of rainbow colours as the light changes. The back is black with a silver star pattern. The deck comes in a two-piece box with silver foil accents and a concise English-language guidebook. Language: English Quality: holographic coating on card faces, sturdy flexible card stock, two-piece storage box Contents: 78 cards including guidebook The holographic effect reads best in diffused daylight or soft candlelight.

Tarot of A.E. Waite – Giant Deluxe Edition (Spanish) This oversized Spanish edition offers unparalleled visual clarity for studying the iconic 1909 Smith-Waite symbolism. The giant format makes it a perfect choice for both professional readings and deep meditation. Author/Artist: Arthur Edward Waite & Pamela Colman Smith. Publisher: Official edition by AGM Urania. Language: Spanish Format: Giant Deluxe edition featuring 78 oversized cards (99 x 169 mm). Guidebook: Includes a 96-page Spanish guide with insights by Rachel Pollack and Johannes Fiebig. Experience the timeless wisdom of the Rider-Waite tradition in a powerful, large-scale format designed for visual impact and deep study.

Tarot of A.E. Waite The Tarot of A.E. Waite is the most widely used tarot card set in the world. This Portuguese Pocket Premium Edition by AGM Urania contains the original 1909 illustrations by Pamela Colman Smith in a compact 57 x 89 mm format. The cards are easy to hold in one hand and simple to carry with you every day. Language: Portuguese Quality: Sturdy cardstock, vibrant colours, classic brown pebble back design Contents: 78 cards and a 96-page guidebook The brown pebble back pattern is a direct reference to the very first editions of this deck from 1909.

AE Waite Premium Pocket This is the Spanish-language pocket edition of the Rider-Waite deck that became the foundation for nearly every tarot deck made since. The cards reproduce the original colours and the brown back of the first print run from 1909. The 96-page guidebook is written by Rachel Pollack and Johannes Fiebig. Language: Spanish (cards and guidebook) Quality: Brown pebble back after the original 1909 print, compact format 57 x 89 mm Contents: 78 cards and 96-page guidebook For anyone who wants the original deck as it appeared in 1909, small enough to carry anywhere.

The Everyday Enchantment Tarot A modern tarot deck that brings spirituality back to the everyday. The illustrations show no mystical figures, but neighbours, playing children and scenes you recognise from your own life. That makes the symbolism directly accessible. Language: English Quality: Large cards (89 x 140 mm) with matte coating, luxury box with magnetic closure Contents: 78 cards and 176-page guidebook A deck that teaches you to see the magic in your own life.

Good Karma Tarot – Intuitive & Positive Deck for Beginners The Good Karma Tarot offers an uplifting, inclusive approach to reading, making it the perfect choice for beginners building their intuition. This vibrant deck features modern illustrations and supportive messages to help you find balance and daily confidence. Author & Artist: Created by Kerry Ward and illustrated by Amy Blackwell. Publisher: Official edition by Welbeck Publishing Group. Language: English Contents: 78 oversized tarot cards and a 128-page comprehensive guidebook. Empower your spiritual journey with this warm and authentic edition, designed to provide gentle guidance and meaningful self-insight.