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The Uncommon Tarot - Rider-Waite-Smith in an inclusive collage style

The Rider-Waite-Smith structure is familiar to most tarot readers. What Shaheen Miro does is hold that structure steady and rebuild the imagery with layers, textures and faces that reflect the diversity of now.

This is not a subtle recolouring. It is a full reinterpretation in which every figure is reassembled from collage elements. The silver metallic ink gives the images something ethereal, as though they hover between memory and presence.

What you see on the cards

The collages layer different elements over one another. A face, a robe, a background: they come from different sources but form a single image. The colours are rich but not loud, with deep blues, gold tones and earthy browns.

The silver edges and metallic ink give the cards a luxurious finish. Every detail is carefully placed, which means you can discover new elements with each reading. The cards are larger than standard (76 × 127 mm), which gives room to the layered composition.

The symbolism stays true to Rider-Waite-Smith. The Magician stands at his table, the Hanged Man hangs, the Moon illuminates a path between two towers. But the faces and bodies that fill these roles show a wide range of ethnicities, ages and genders.

Who this deck works for

If you already work with Rider-Waite-Smith, the transition is straightforward. The structure is the same, the symbolism is recognisable. What differs is the visual language.

For beginners this is also an accessible deck. Theresa Reed, who wrote the guidebook, is clear and direct in her explanations. The 64 pages contain no esoteric detours, just practical interpretation for each card.

Pay attention to the small details in the background of the collage with each reading. Often there is an element there that connects exactly with what you need at that moment.

About Shaheen Miro and Theresa Reed

Shaheen Miro works as an intuitive consultant and artist. His collages have appeared in oracle and tarot projects for years, and his artistic language centres on inclusivity and ancestral connection.

Theresa Reed, also known as The Tarot Lady, has been writing and reading tarot since the nineties. Her texts are straightforward, no fuss. In the guidebook for this deck she translates the images into clear interpretations you can use immediately.

Specifications

• Number of cards: 78
• Card size: 76 × 127 mm
• Finish: Silver edges, metallic silver ink
• Guidebook: 64 pages
• Language: English
• Weight: 385 g
• Packaging: Luxury box with magnetic closure
• Publisher: Weiser Books
• Artist: Shaheen Miro
• Guidebook author: Theresa Reed

Questions we often get

Does this deck follow the traditional Rider-Waite-Smith meanings?
Yes. The structure, order and symbolism are based on the classic system. What differs is the visual execution and the diversity in the depictions.

What makes the collage style useful for readings?
The layering creates visual depth. Each element in the collage can trigger a new association, which helps if you work intuitively. The details keep speaking, even after repeated use.