Albano Waite Tarot – Classic tarot with a psychedelic touch
About this deck
The
Albano Waite Tarot is a colorful reinterpretation of the famous Rider-Waite-Smith tarot deck. In 1968, artist Frankie Albano brought new life to Pamela Colman Smith's original illustrations, with a palette full of vibrant, almost psychedelic colors. The result is a striking and expressive deck that gives traditional tarot images a fresh, contemporary look – without losing the original symbolism.
Background and imagery
What makes this deck unique is the use of bold colors such as bright purple, lime green and turquoise blue. These shades give extra strength and depth to the classic images. The Minor Arcana is color coded by element: Chalices in blue-green, Wands in orange, Pentacles in bright green and Swords in yellow. This makes it visually easier to quickly make connections during a laying. The bright colors make you notice details that you might overlook with other decks.
how the deck comes to life in readings
This deck appeals to people who like expressive images and a strong visual stimulus. The cards feel energetic, open and direct – ideal for those who want to use tarot as a tool for insight, creativity or self-reflection. The color coding of the Minor Arcana helps you quickly recognize patterns and themes, which is useful for both individual cards and extensive layouts. For some it is as if the cards “speak” even before you read the meaning.
Is this deck welcoming to those just starting out?Thanks to the recognizable images and the bright use of color, beginners will quickly feel familiar with this deck. The visual structure makes it easier to remember cards and make connections - making learning tarot in a playful and intuitive way.
Material and design
the cards are printed on durable card stock with a smooth finish that feels comfortable in the hand. The use of color is intense, but well balanced, keeping the cards bright without being overwhelming. The back of the cards is symmetrical and simple, which creates tranquility throughout. The size of the cards is 70 x 120 mm and the weight is 300 g. The deck comes in a compact box with an accompanying booklet for the meanings.
Author
Frankie Albano
Frankie Albano developed this deck in the late 1960s from his fascination with color and esotericism. Through his vibrant recoloring of the classic Rider-Waite images, he gave the tarot a new, visually stimulating life. His version gained cult status among collectors and was reissued by U.S. in 1991. Games Systems – and has been widely used ever since.
Key features
- Number of cards: 78
- Format: 70 x 120 mm
- Weight: 300 g
- Publisher: U.S. Games Systems Inc.
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9780880794664
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Do you want to experience tarot with a nod to the 60s and images that sparkle with color? Order the
Albano Waite Tarot now and be inspired by this iconic and energetic classic.
