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Welcome
Welcome to the Association for Tarot Studies, an international tarot
society that has a small but vibrant membership from various parts
of the world. The ATS encourages, and is joined by those who have a
keen interest in tarot studies and research in its various forms. Members
who have actively requested such have a link in the members' area.
The ATS also recognises each member's right and responsibility in
using tarot in their own individual manner. Our website aims to be
of benefit
to both member and non-member alike in ongoing tarot studies.
We hope you find our website helpful, and welcome your support in
furthering
the aims of the Association.
About the ATS
The Association for Tarot Studies began as a small
group of individuals with varied and eclectic interests in tarot.
As organisation of the 2005 Melbourne International Tarot Conference
began to take shape in 2002, a new body also became incorporated
as an Association in the State of Victoria, Australia. Membership
has since grown to include individuals from various parts of the
world. For further information about the Association for Tarot
Studies, please refer to our membership
page.
Contact us
If you have questions still requiring answers, please
email jmd@association.tarotstudies.org who
will pass on your queries or answer them in the best way possible... |
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News
Temperance from Kat Black's newly released Touchstone Tarot, electronically collaged from Baroque and Renaissance art:
www.touchstonetarot.com
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September 2008
Touchstone Tarot
Kat Black’s got a new deck out! Before even providing a more formal review, all I can say is that she’s done it again! I not only remain astonished at the inherent beauty of her previous deck — the Golden Tarot — but find through browsing her latest deck again that magic touch of subtle blending of exquisite artwork into a near seamless set (except perhaps for a couple of cards). The deck strongly shows, as for her previous work, an influence from the Waite-Smith pattern. I suppose that, personally, that is one aspect that I would have preferred was avoided. On the other hand, the many who prefer that pattern will be delighted that such is the case! The colours, online, were far brighter than the limited edition imprint. I’m not sure if that is a colour setting synchronisation to the printer not ideally established, though it remains, in any case, a minor point. This is a deck that is currently published in a very limited edition, and well worth a copy!
> www.touchstonetarot.com
...and Quantum Tarot
Come to think of it, this month is not one newly released privately printed deck, but also another — the other one from the UK: Quantum Tarot by Kay Stopforth and Chris Butler. In stark contrast to the Touchstone Tarot that uses classical paintings, the Quantum Tarot incorporates concepts from modern physics electronically rendered and incorporated into cards by reflective association:
> www.butlerart.co.uk/quantumtarot.htm
Upcoming events
On the events front, later this month Linda Marson embarks on a second tarot trip to Peru. For those who are interested, there may still be places available.
Also keep in mind next month’s UK Tarot Conference, which is expected to include Rachel Pollack, Jane Lyle and Tim Sullivan (amongst others).
> events.html
Academic Journal survey
For those amongst us who also like to keep up to date with some happenings in academic journals, Inna Semetsky has a new paper “Simplifying Complexity: Know Thyself...and others”, in Complicity: An International Journal of Complexity and Education, vol 5 (2008), available as a pdf at:
> www.complexityandeducation.ualberta.ca
Aeclectic Tarot
... and congratulations to Aeclectic for having reached one thousand reviews on the site! Quite an achievement providing a highly useful resource for all!
> www.aeclectic.net
Melbourne Tarot Café
As always, I look forward to meeting as many of this Newsletter’s readers in the coming days, whether at Tarot Café in Melbourne, or in various parts of the world in life’s varied interconnected paths!
Jean-Michel David
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Support the ATS
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Membership and donations
The Association for Tarot Studies undertakes various projects, supported in part by donations and Membership subscriptions.
If you would like assist, please consider either joining the ATS or making a small donation - it all helps! |
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ATS Newsletter
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issue #67 - The I-Ching and the Pip Cards of the Tarot
Jean-Michel David condenses his writings from 1990 to provide an overview for a systemic possible correlation between the 64 hexagrammes of the I-Ching and the pip cards, excluding the four Aces.
(PDF edition approx. 573KB)
> Download pdf
> Online Version
> Newsletter Archive
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ATS Books
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The Story
of the Waite-Smith Tarot
by K. Frank Jensen
Frank Jensen has long been amongst the key players
in presenting information on the development of this
important deck in the history of Tarot. During the
second half of the 20th century, sales of this deck
surpassed all others.
We now have the opportunity to read on this deck's
history during its key phases during the past 100
years.
Whether a enthusiast for this deck or not, this
will become a classic in manuscripts that focus openly
on important developments. A welcome addition that
the Association for Tarot Studies is proud
to be able to present.
> Learn
more about The Story of the Waite-Smith Tarot |
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Tarot Symbolism
by Robert
O'Neill
The Association for Tarot Studies is delighted in
being able to present Bob O’Neill’s important
Tarot Symbolism.
> Learn
more about Tarot Symbolism |
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ATS Journal
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Taros - the
Journal for Tarot Studies
Issue 1 • 2006 of Taros,
the annual Journal for Tarot Studies,
is available online, with issue 2 in preparation.
Submissions for the 2008 issue of the Journal
will soon be sought.
> Learn
more about the Taros |
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Tarotpedia
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The Online Encyclopedia
of Tarot
With already over 800 members and over 1000 pages
of content, Tarotpedia is fast becoming one of
the most developed online resource for tarot.
As a growing resource, Tarotpedia reflects its
active community, and of course its longevity.
By becoming a member, you can assist in the growth
and development of the site.
Whether reading through and alerting omissions,
making suggestions, or contributing directly
to the pages, participation is what will make
this Online Encyclopaedia of Tarot a resource
treasured by all.
> Visit
Tarotpedia.com
> Learn
more about Tarotpedia
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Tarot Resources
Tarot Cafe
We encourage Tarot enthusiasts world-wide to meet
at informal get-togethers to discuss all things Tarot.
The Association
for Tarot Studies hosts and supports a number of Tarot
Café style
meetings where members and non-members who either share
a passion or are curious about tarot meet on a regular
basis.
> Tarot
Café
Tarot Conferences
Conferences and events have become regular occurances throughout
the western world, with numerous occasions to participate
in these in Australasia, Europe and North America.
> Tarot Conferences
Tarot Decks
Without tarot decks, there would be no tarot!
Various deck designers and commentators have presented a
wealth of information that is available online and in a
variety of publications.
> Tarot Decks
Tarot Forums
Tarot Forums have become the dominant form for discussions
across the world, and tarot is no exception. Hundreds exist
take various forms in terms of e.lists, e.groups, and full
bulletin boards. Only a tiny number are listed. Please note
that the Association has decided to support these, rather
than add to the range.
> Tarot Forums
Tarot Organisations
Associations exist in many parts of the world, with most
having membership that cross national boundaries. Each
tarot association or society has its own orientation.
> Tarot
Associations
Tarot History
Without a sense of tarot's history, many claims are inaccurately
repeated. One of the best sources for an overview of tarot's
history is Tarotpedia's entry. Even its entry, however, is
dependant on the research of numerous others.
> Tarot History |
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