The Wandering Star Tarot - hand-drawn deck with integrated keywords
Some decks ask you to read a guidebook first. This deck puts the meaning directly on the card. The Wandering Star Tarot is drawn by Cat Pierce, who has woven the keywords for each card into the illustration itself.
It is her first tarot deck. Pierce is best known as a singer and songwriter in The Pierces, but has been painting for years. Her visual language is dreamy, colourful and light enough not to overwhelm.
What you see on the cards
The illustrations are hand-drawn. Colours blend softly, the lines are fluid. Each image contains one or more words that anchor the traditional meaning of the card.
Those words are not printed beneath the card, but are part of the design. That makes this deck usable without immediately needing to consult a guidebook. Experienced readers can also use them as a reflection point.
The cards have a matte finish. The format is slightly smaller than standard, which makes shuffling more comfortable.
Who this deck works for
This deck is designed for daily use. The integrated keywords make it accessible for beginners, without becoming simplistic. The guidebook gives background information and a number of spreads.
The set contains 80 cards instead of the usual 78. Which two cards have been added is explained in the booklet.
Draw one card in the morning and notice the keyword. Check in halfway through the day to see how the word has shown up, without forcing anything.
About Cat Pierce
Cat Pierce is a singer, songwriter and painter. Together with her sister Catherine, she formed the duo The Pierces, which became internationally known with songs such as 'Secret' and 'You'll Be Mine'. Alongside her musical work, she paints and engages with spiritual themes.
The Wandering Star Tarot is her first published tarot deck. The style is personal and contemporary, without abandoning the traditional tarot structure.
Specifications
- Number of cards: 80
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 134.6 x 83.8 x 48.3 mm
- Finish: matte
- Guidebook: yes, included
- Publisher: Hay House Inc.
- Creator: Cat Pierce
Questions we often get
What kind of keywords are printed on the cards?
The keywords summarise the traditional meaning of each card. They are part of the illustration, not printed separately underneath. That makes the cards readable without a book, but also gives experienced readers an anchor point.
Why does this deck contain 80 cards instead of 78?
The creator has added two bonus cards. Which ones and how you can use them is explained in the guidebook.