Naughty by Nature Tarot

Naughty by Nature Tarot - tarot with pen, ink and a wink

Some tarot cards take themselves very seriously. These do not. The Naughty by Nature Tarot by Camille Smooch uses the classic structure of tarot, but gives each card a direct, playful edge through the use of pen-and-ink drawings, digital colouring and collage.

This is a full deck with 78 cards: all Major and Minor Arcana are present. The imagery is layered and looks simple at first, but each card you pick up reveals new details.

What you see on the cards

The illustrations are built from pen-and-ink base lines, filled in with digital colour and collage elements. That gives an unpolished, almost raw atmosphere. No smooth perfection, but a visual language that is direct and recognisable.

Each card has keywords printed on it. That makes the deck quick to use, especially for daily card pulls when you have no time to grab a book. The cards have black edges, which visually binds them together and ensures they wear less quickly with intensive use.

The format is compact: 70 x 120 mm with rounded corners. The cards come in a magnetic flip box, sturdy enough to carry in your bag.

How it works in practice

The naughty feel is mostly in the visual tone. The cards have humour, without weakening the symbolism. This is a deck that gives you honest, direct answers, with no detours.

The guidebook that comes with it is compact and contains only the keywords for each card. No extended stories or philosophical texts, just practical references. That fits the direct nature of the deck itself.

Use this deck for questions where you need a clear, unfiltered answer. The cards are not subtle.

About Camille Smooch

Camille Smooch is an illustrator known for her lively, playful style. She works mainly digitally and combines that with analogue techniques such as pen-and-ink. Her work revolves around accessibility and directness, without becoming superficial.

Specifications

• Number of cards: 78 (full Major and Minor Arcana)
• Card size: 70 x 120 mm with rounded corners
• Cardstock quality: 330 gsm linen cardstock
• Finish: Matte finish with black edges
• Packaging: Magnetic flip box
• Language: English
• Extras: Compact guidebook with keywords
• Creator: Camille Smooch

Questions we often get

Are the keywords printed on the cards themselves?
Yes. Each card has keywords that you can read directly without picking up the guidebook. That makes the cards quick to use.

What is the difference between matte and glossy finish?
The specifications state 'matte finish with black edges', although one of the sources also mentions 'glossy finish'. The official description speaks of matte, which means the cards reflect less light and shuffle more comfortably.