Persona

Persona Cards – Bring human stories to life

About this deck

The Persona cards, designed by Ely Raman, form a vibrant and versatile set of 110 cards: 77 portrait cards and 33 action cards. Each portrait is a work of art in itself and shows people of different ages, cultures and moods. The action cards add movement and interaction, inviting readers to bring stories, relationships and situations to life. This set is an invitation to play, imagine and connect.

Background and imagery

The images in the Persona set are painted in a variety of styles, ranging from soft and intimate to expressive and striking. The action cards – with actions such as listening, leaving, laughing or comforting – act as bridges between the portraits. Together they explore the richness of human interaction: empathy, conflict, friendship, loss and joy. Each card pair tells its own story, unique for every reader and every moment.

how the deck comes to life in readings

The Persona cards are used in education, art education, therapy and creative workshops. They are suitable for adults and children and can be used for storytelling, drama work, role play or conversation promotion. The cards stimulate emotional insight and creative thinking, both individually and in groups. They are also widely used in psychodrama and coaching.

Is this deck welcoming to those just starting out?

Their intuitive images and playful form make these cards easily accessible. readers without experience with associative cards experience the set as inviting, inspiring and surprisingly easy to get started with - stories emerge naturally.

Material and design

The set contains 110 cards, printed on sturdy, matte-finished cardboard. The cards measure 89 x 129 mm and are supplied in a sturdy storage box with a guide. The total weight of the set is 560 grams. The colors, facial expressions and poses have been carefully designed, which ensures rich interpretation options and longevity.

Author

Ely Raman

Ely Raman is an artist and educator from Canada, known as the founder of the OH cards. His work focuses on breaking the boundary between art and audience. With the Persona cards he wants to invite people to interact, play and reflect. His unique visual language makes abstract themes such as identity, relationships and emotions tangible and discussable.

Main features

• Number of cards: 110 (77 portrait cards + 33 action cards)
• Format: 89 x 129 mm
• Weight: 560 g
• Publisher: OH Verlag
• Language: German
• ISBN: 9783923457055

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Do you want to make human relationships, emotions and stories tangible? Order the Persona cards now and discover the power of image, expression and imagination in one inspiring set.