Major Arcana - The Child, Digital Painting Upright: Beginning, Possibility, Innocent Reversed: Naive, Reckless, Oblivious | The Child is pure and new. She’s ready to take her first steps and learn, make mistakes and discover. New beginnings await her. Although she may fall a few times, she will make it a part of her dance. This card is often known as "The Fool" in Tarot, but I believe that is giving too little credit.

Major Arcana - The Magician, Digital Painting Upright: Capability, Adaptation, Mastery Reversed: Untapped potential, Self-doubt, Hesitation | The Magician balances all aspects of his life. With his power, he can maintain control and make his goals a reality. Whatever the challenge, he has the skills to overcome it.

Major Arcana - The High Priestess , Digital Painting Upright: Intuition, Subconscious, Mystery Reversed: Denial, Confusion, Subterfuge | The High Priestess opens her inner eye and the path is revealed to her. She is sensual and spiritual, intuitive and attractive-- the very personification of feminine mystique. Psychic energy is flowing.

Major Arcana - The Empress, Digital Painting Upright: Beauty, Nurturing, Creation Reversed: Neglect, Dependence, Insecurity | The Empress is the mother of the Tarot, and like a mother should, she encourages our passions and provides comfort. She’s an empowered and wise woman who others turn to for guidance.

Major Arcana - The Emperor , Digital Painting Upright: Stability, Protection, Ambition Reversed: Domination, Impulsive, Disorganization | The Emperor, the father of the Tarot, is disciplined and logical, and places more importance of the mind over the heart. This makes him a great mediator as his focus aids in making tough decisions and protecting what matters.

Major Arcana - The Hierophant , Digital Painting Upright: Mentor, Tradition, Morality Reversed: Rebellion, Corruption, Servitude | A wise man, one of the old masters, holds the keys of knowledge. He understands what must be done for the greater good, though it might not be the popular solution.

Major Arcana - The Lovers, Digital Painting Upright: Union, Duality, Choices Reversed: Disharmony, Ambivalence, Apathy | The Lovers are perfectly matched. They balance the duality of masculine and feminine energies well, and their partnership is solid because their love for each other is pure.

Major Arcana - The Chariot , Digital Painting Upright: Willpower, Determination, Victory Reversed: Aimless, Aggressive, Excess | A modern chariot ready to race. The engine is revved up. The rider is steady and focused. The road ahead is promising.

Major Arcana - Strength, Digital Painting Upright: Courage, Conviction, Empathy Reversed: Weakness, Doubt, Pride | The woman may stand alone, but her spirit is full of strength like a majestic lion. She is firm, and she is mighty.

Major Arcana - The Hermit, Digital Painting Upright: Solitude, Introspection, Wisdom Reversed: Isolation, Hyper-perspicacity, Rejection | The Hermit sits and meditates by a warm fire. He contemplates, and he understands so much more by simply stepping away from the world and sitting with himself.

Major Arcana - The Wheel of Fortune, Digital Painting Upright: Cyclical change, Destiny, Lucky Reversed: Discomfort, Unlucky, Clinging to control | Everything has its cycle, everything experiences change. The Wheel of Fortune gazes upon us and keeps turning. Where will it land? So many possibilities.

Major Arcana - Justice, Digital Painting Upright: Karma, Fairness, Objectivity Reversed: Dishonesty, Injustice, Imbalance | Two blind women stand reflected, perfectly balanced. One holds the scales to ensure fairness, and the other wields the sword to strike judgment on wrongdoers. Together, they will carry out justice.

Major Arcana - The Hanged Man, Digital Painting Upright: Surrender, Letting Go, Suspension Reversed: Stagnation, Delay, Indecision | Tangled and stuck, a woman rests suspended. She wants to move forward, but what sacrifices need to be made for progress? One move will loosen the binds, one will tighten them. Perhaps it’s best to wait for now.

Major Arcana - Death, Digital Painting Upright: Closure, Transition, Metamorphosis Reversed: Decay, Fear, Attachment | We cannot control Death. It is inevitable, and it forces us to move forward. Change can be painful, but the pain is temporary and necessary for better things to come along.

Major Arcana - Temperance, Digital Painting Upright: Healing, Patience, Renewal Reversed: Instability, Extremes, Indulgence | A woman emerges from the cleansing water, but not entirely. There is something still lurking under the surface. There is good and bad in each of us, but it’s important to keep the negative at a minimum. Practice emotional temperance

Major Arcana - The Devil, Digital Painting Upright: Illusion, Addiction, Temptation Reversed: Freedom, Awareness, Caution | Charming and as beautiful as a former angel should be, but an evil trickster in truth. The Devil, however he presents himself, promises whatever she desires, but there is always a catch, a kind of bondage she is unable to see. Awareness will be her salvation

Major Arcana - The Tower, Digital Painting Upright: Upheaval, Destruction, Unexpected change Reversed: Stress, Overreaction, Conflict | The floodwaters are rising. The foundation has cracked from the tremors of the earth below and the strikes from above. As fires rage in the crumbling tower, the man must take a leap of faith.

Major Arcana - The Star, Digital Painting Upright: Hope, Inspiration, Inner light Reversed: Negativity, Boredom, Emptiness | An iridescent, radiant light in the darkness. The glow is warm and bright as it casts the shadows away.

Major Arcana - The Moon, Digital Painting Upright: Dreams, Anxiety, Subconscious Reversed: Depression, Danger, Unclear | Asleep, dreaming through the darkness. The moon hangs above in the sky, a soft glow cutting through the night. What exists in those shadows? What cannot be seen in the waking hours?

Major Arcana - The Sun, Digital Painting Upright: Enlightenment, Optimism, Vitality Reversed: Failure, Disadvantage, Crestfallen | Vibrant, the very source of life. The sun paints the world in light and warmth. Pure energy radiating outward.

Major Arcana - Judgement, Digital Painting Upright: Absolution, Decision, Forgiveness Reversed: Sanctimonious, Reluctance, Disregard | The time has come. The truth will be revealed, wrongs will be righted, and a judgment will be cast.

Major Arcana - The World, Digital Painting Upright: Wholeness, Accomplishment, Completion Reversed: Unfinished, Lack of closure, Vague | Our Earth, and all it contains-- from every ocean and nation to every person and creature.

Minor Arcana - Ace of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: New Love, Intense Emotion, Spirituality Reversed: Creative Block, Emotional Loss, Drained | A beautiful bouquet of flowers grows in an elegant vase, each one blooming in its own unique and individual way.

Minor Arcana - Two of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Romance, Connection, Unity Reversed: Tension, Miscommunication, Conflict | Lovers link their arms and toast two chalices to their love. They are forever bonded.

Minor Arcana - Three of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Reunion, Community, Friendship Reversed: Gossip, Selfishness, Envy | Braided together, this trio reunites the separated strands to form an even tighter bond. They stand together, and nothing will change that.

Minor Arcana - Four of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Boredom, Greed, Discontent Reversed: Awareness, Moving Forward, Gratitude | One chalice bursts through the others to catch the fortune that rains from above. Nothing will be left for the others, and they have already spilled the little they had.

Minor Arcana - Five of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Grief, Regret, Disappointment Reversed: Acceptance, Recovery, Peace | Three cups shattered and spilled, but there are still two unharmed. Are the half full or half empty? There is quite a mess, but not all is lost.

Minor Arcana - Six of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Nostalgia, Familiarity, Childhood Reversed: Independence, Dwelling, Willful Ignorance | Woven macramé hangers cradle six dangling cups on the branches of the tree. Though they hang from different branches, their roots are the same.

Minor Arcana - Seven of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Choices, Daydreaming, Confusion Reversed: Decision, Taking Action, Temptation | There are always different perspectives, new ways to see the same circumstance. Seven cups demonstrate each angle, each possibility. Which will be chosen?

Minor Arcana - Eight of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Ill Health, Hopelessness, Disillusionment Reversed: Avoidance, Moving On, Hope | The cups are piling up on the table-- its long past dish day. The bouquet has been drained of its life. Wine and pills spilled onto the surface. The cold steel blades stare temptingly.

Minor Arcana - Nine of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Bliss, Luxury, Comfort Reversed: Smugness, Dissatisfaction, Superficiality | Champagne cascades over a tower of cups. The nine cups are overflowing, literally and metaphorically.

Minor Arcana - Ten of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Abundance, Radiating Energy, Fulfillment Reversed: Broken, Negativity, Lack of Appreciation | All of the energy and blessings are flowing into your cup.

Minor Arcana - Page of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Dreamer, Sensitivity, Surprise Reversed: Immaturity, Insecurity, Consequences | The Page of Cups is a dreamer through and through. She loves to indulge in her inner child and has a sense of whimsy in everything she does. This card usually represents a younger woman in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Knight of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Optimistic, Motivated, Idealistic Reversed: Fickle, Resentful, Impulsive | The Knight of Cups toasts a jubilant glass. For him, there is good in every day and we should celebrate them. This card can indicate a younger man in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Queen of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Tranquil, Healer, Compassion Reversed: Martyr, Defensive, Smothering | A calm, healing presence. This mermaid queen loves to give and share. She pours her heart and soul into everything she does. This card can serve as the representation of an older woman in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - King of Cups, Digital Painting Upright: Duality, Open-Minded, Expressive Reversed: Manipulative, Melodramatic, Cold | The King of Cups, regarded as the most feminine of kings, gracefully flaunts the duality of their being. Gender binaries mean little to this king. What’s important is truth to oneself and the openness to others. This card can represent an older man in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Ace of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Prosperity, Opportunity, Manifestation Reversed: Bad Investment, Financial Worry, Stress | The Ace of Pentacles glimmers in the darkness. Something new is forming.

Minor Arcana - Two of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Balance, Priorities, Adaptation Reversed: Overwhelmed, Disorganization, Pressure | The two pentacles are infinitely linked, working in harmony.

Minor Arcana - Three of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Teamwork, Support, Negotiation Reversed: Conflict, Mislead, Lack of Assistance | Sometimes to accomplish our goals, we need the support of our peers. The three friends link their pentacles and join in each other’s progress towards the future.

Minor Arcana - Four of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Possession, Stinginess, Greed Reversed: Frugality, Control, Stability | Four pentacles hang suspended by the web of their own making. The threads have become tangled and strangling over time, but the pentacles cannot move from their position.

Minor Arcana - Five of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Sadness, Poverty, Want Reversed: Charity, Recovery, Improvement | A beggar waits dejected outside of a sanctuary. The once welcome, but now harsh light casts over their ragged cloak. This night will be cold, dark, and lonely.

Minor Arcana - Six of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Generosity, Sharing, Growth Reversed: Domination, Pride, Stubbornness | Six coins exchange hands. This act of kindness, will not be soon forgotten.

Minor Arcana - Seven of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Contemplation, Perseverance, Patience Reversed: Distraction, Fruitless, Uncertainty | This heirloom has been passed down through the ages. The hands will keep ticking, the pendulum will keep swinging, and the bell will keep chiming.

Minor Arcana - Eight of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Craftsmanship, Diligence, Passion Reversed: Uninspired, Unmotivated, Careless | The gears are turning, progress made with each oscillation. This well-oiled machine works until the task is complete. They were made to create.

Minor Arcana - Nine of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Fruitful, Rewarding, Harmonious Reversed: Overworking, Reckless, Financial Setbacks | The nine planets orbit around our sun. On a rare day, the planets align in their paths and the universe is brought into sync.

Minor Arcana - Ten of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Establishment, Legacy, Family Reversed: Fleeting Success, Loss, Failure | The sephiroth represents the ten ways the divine expresses itself and establishes both the physical and metaphysical realms. All are connected, and the energies flow between them.

Minor Arcana - Page of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Desire, Ambition, Focus Reversed: Unfocused, Irresponsible, Lack of Progress | The Page of Pentacles is an ambitious-- she has a keen eye and a sharp sense of focus when it comes to her goals and how to reach them. Once her mind is set, nothing can stop her. This card can be a younger woman in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Knight of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Efficient, Responsible, Routine Reversed: Laziness, Apathy, Stagnation | Always on the daily grind. The Knight of Pentacles is the king’s right hand man. He performs his task efficiently and without delay, no matter how menial it seems. He must work hard if he is to succeed his father one day. This card can represent a younger man in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Queen of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Practical, Patient, Domestic Reversed: Jealousy, Selfishness, Obsession | The Queen of Pentacles is a woman of the home, but she is not docile. She works diligently to provide a welcoming home for her family, but she does not tolerate nonsense. This card can signify an older woman in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - King of Pentacles, Digital Painting Upright: Provider, Generous, Influence Reversed: Indulgence, Controlling, Conservative | The King of Pentacles is a practical man. The head of the family, his leadership and judgments are well-respected. This card can symbolize an older man in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Ace of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Breakthrough, Clarity, Cutting Ties Reversed: Brutality, Chaos, Confusion | The bind holds no longer. The blade cuts clean and quick through the ribbon, severing it and unraveling its control.

Minor Arcana - Two of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Stalemate, Indecision, Blocked Vision Reversed: Cooperation, Partnership, Progress | Two swords, diametrically opposed. What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object? The mirror shatters as the equally matched opponents strike.

Minor Arcana - Three of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Heartbreak, Suffering, Betrayal Reversed: Forgiveness, Recovery, Release | Three swords pierce the heart, and blood trickles down the blades. These wounds will take a long time to heal, and the scars will be permanent.

Minor Arcana - Four of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Stillness, Restoration, Contemplation Reversed: Stress, Restlessness, Burn-out | The peaceful feline rests by the four swords. Today is not the day for action. She will rest, and she will rise again ready for tomorrow.

Minor Arcana - Five of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Self-Destruction, Conflict, Unbridled Ambition Reversed: Adaptation, Lingering Resentment, Sensible | It is said that the pride goeth before the fall. Four swords oppose a single blade. The sole blade will surely shatter once the battle begins, but stubborn pride clouds blinds it to the truth.

Minor Arcana - Six of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Relief, Hope, Transition Reversed: Unresolved Issues, Resistance, Trapped | The six ones are gone, their blades serve as their reminder. It is time to move forward, it is what they gave their live for.

Minor Arcana - Seven of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Secrecy, Deception, Trickery Reversed: Confession, Conscience, Atonement | The snake slithers up the blade and rests itself on the hilt, its slit eyes hypnotizing the next victims. Six shadows loom behind, shrouded from the light. What else is hiding?

Minor Arcana - Eight of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Powerless, Imprisonment, Isolation Reversed: Openness, Perspective, Liberation | The Blue Morpho cannot escape, her wings are pinned. Only out of the cocoon for a short time, she left one prison for another. A beautiful creature, full of life and reduced to a subject of scientific study, tacked up on a wall.

Minor Arcana - Nine of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Anguish, Trauma, Anxiety Reversed: Reaching Out, Healing, Caution | Suffocated and trapped by the nightmare. Completely at the mercy of the swirling darkness-- its stabbing reminders of our inadequacies, its inky tendrils strangling our minds. Haunted.

Minor Arcana - Ten of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Ruin, Collapse, Betrayal Reversed: Regeneration, Renewal, Inevitable End | It’s all over; there is nothing that can be done now except move on. She lies lifeless on the floor, each sword in her back another betrayal, another failure, another step towards the end.

Minor Arcana - Page of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Blunt, Observant, Impulsive Reversed: Hasty, Defiant, Wiseacre | The Page of Swords readies her stab. She’s unafraid to attack her obstacles and enemies head on. She knows precisely where to strike. This card can symbolize a younger woman in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Knight of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Opinionated, Forceful, Triumphant Reversed: Unpredictable, Scattered Thought, Imprudent | The Knight of Swords raises his sword to the sky-- the day is won. This card can represent a younger man in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Queen of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Perceptive, Independent, Firm Reversed: Abrasive, Bitter, Over-Emotional | The Queen of Swords, stands firm. She neither threatens nor surrenders. She simply observes and listens. This card can signify an older woman in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - King of Swords, Digital Painting Upright: Fair, Analytical, Discipline Reversed: Manipulative, Uncompromising, Abusive | The King of Swords, like his queen, stands firm. His weight equally balanced on his feet and sword. His feelings are unclear, but they exist. This card represents an older man in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Ace of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Expansion, Optimism, Potential Reversed: Delay, Boredom, Exhaustion | The sprout wraps around the single wand and reaches towards the heavens. It will grow stronger and more magnificent over time, eventually becoming all that it is destined to be.

Minor Arcana - Two of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Direction, Balance, Progress Reversed: Apprehension, Hesitation, Imprecise | Two wands fire their magic, carefully aimed to balance the energies. Like mirrors can redirect light, the magic ricochets off the walls precisely where the caster intended.

Minor Arcana - Three of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Foresight, Inspiration, Enterprise Reversed: Obstacles, Thoughtlessness, Unprepared | Three wands form a point facing the sky. Creativity and fortune are on the rise.

Minor Arcana - Four of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Harmony, Celebration, Completion Reversed: Family Conflict, Lack of Support, Volatility | Four wands raised in triumph, each with its own unique power and energy. Together they create beautiful magic.

Minor Arcana - Five of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Lost, Scattered Energies, Anxiety Reversed: Focus, Tranquility, Patience | Scattered about, all pulled in different directions, the five wands spiral out of control. What can they do? Where will they land? When will the swirling panic end?

Minor Arcana - Six of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Victory, Reward, Confidence Reversed: Egotism, Pride, Excess | Five wands lay broken and used on the ground. The sixth wand surges with energy and light. This wand has withstood, and this wand will continue.

Minor Arcana - Seven of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Courage, Perseverance, Competition Reversed: Defeat, Overwhelmed, Surrender | One wand stands against six, and a blast of energy renders those six wands useless. Outnumbered, but not overpowered.

Minor Arcana - Eight of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Sudden Change, Movement, Action Reversed: Panic, Frustration, Waiting | It is said that life is like an arrow: when it feels like we are being pulled backward, we are actually about to be launched forward. The glowing arrow awaits the shot towards the target.

Minor Arcana - Nine of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Resilience, Stamina, Grit Reversed: Fatigue, Exhaustion, Doubt | Steps extend upward to the light. Nine steps rising, each one closer and closer to the goal. Keep climbing, keep pushing.

Minor Arcana - Ten of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Burden, Responsibility, Achievement Reversed: Overexertion, Stress, Blockage | We all have burdens to bear, but we will be better for it. The turtle walks slow, carrying his shell and his bundle, but reaches his destination all the same. Slowly, but surely.

Minor Arcana - Page of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Distracted, Exploratory, Free-spirited Reversed: Confusion, Indecision, Procrastination | This little witch has much to learn. She can be a bit flighty and a bit unorthodox, but she is still not one to be underestimated. She is very clever, provided she focuses on the task at hand. This card can represent a younger woman in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Knight of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Charming, Confident, Fearless Reversed: Anger, Impulsive, Reckless | Once a student of the King of Wands, this young wizard is ready to fulfill his destiny. The Knight of Wands has studied his spells relentlessly, and wields his wand at the ready for anything that’s to come. This card can signify a younger man in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - Queen of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Fiery, Passionate, Determined Reversed: Jealous, Selfish, Overprotective | The Queen of Wands is a strong-willed woman. Her family, her tribe are her greatest love, and she will protect them fiercely. As the life inside her grows, so too does her power. This card can be an older woman in the querent’s life.

Minor Arcana - King of Wands, Digital Painting Upright: Creative, Adventurous, Wise Reversed: High Standards, Overbearing, Forceful | The wise old wizard regularly practices his magic. The kindly scholar of the mystical arts has taught many apprentices in his time, for sharing knowledge is his greatest reward. This card can symbolize an older man in the querent’s life.