The Tarot Reader Blog

RS12

stella luna — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:12:53 +0000

Readers Studio, organised by Ruth Ann and Wald Amberstone of The Tarot School in NYC, is an event every Tarot enthusiast should experience at least once. I was fortunate to attend RS11 and plan to get back there as soon as I can!

It is impossible to give justice to the enormity of RS… They get together a great range of speakers and the social aspect of the conference is just as rewarding as the content. It is an experience you will never forget!

The 2012 Readers Studio will be held 27-29 April at LaGuardia Marriott Hotel, New York. Master sessions will be presented by Tarot luminaries James Wanless, Shawn Nacol and James Wells. Registration also includes additional workshops, the Readers Studio signature foundation reading session, hands-on practice sessions, a choice of early-morning breakfast roundtables or a gentle guided Tarot meditation, a hotel ballroom for networking, socialising, reading practice, late night chats and impromptu gatherings, a meditation room, free swap table, a free gift from Llewellyn, a luncheon buffet, a full-service banquet, Tarot merchandise, giveaways of Tarot goodies, awards ceremony and more!

TABI Bursary 2012

stella luna — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:45:41 +0000

The Tarot Association of the British Isles (TABI) has created a bursary of up to £1,000 for a Tarot-orientated project. They are welcoming applications from the world-wide Tarot community. Applicants need not be members of TABI – however, the successful applicant will be awarded TABI membership for the duration of the project.

Closing date for applications is 1 May 2012. Click here to find out more about the guidelines and conditions.

Tarot For Brand New Moms

stella luna — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:46:08 +0000

Theresa Reed aka The Tarot Lady has recently launched her digital classroom ready for her first offering to commence on 20 February 2012, “Tarot For Brand New Moms”. Tarot is a wonderful tool for guidance and here Theresa will be providing ways to use the cards for those tricky parenting dilemmas. These classes will be down to earth and informative, providing ways to use Tarot for real life problem solving.

To find out more and to sign up please visit’s Theresa’s page here but be quick as classes start 20 February.

Tarosophy Tarot Associations

stella luna — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:08:41 +0000

As Australian Consul I invite all Australian Tarot enthusiasts to join the Tarosophy Tarot Association (Australia), part of Tarot Professionals worldwide Tarot Alliance. Subscription provides you with numerous resources including access to Tarot Town with exclusive lessons, videos and social interaction, access to all issues of Tarosophist International magazine, and more.

For more information or to subscribe click here…

For all other countries please click here…

Full Moon in Leo 2012

stella luna — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:54:14 +0000

Tuesday, 7 February, 2012 ~ 1.54pm PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Tuesday, 7 February, 2012 ~ 9.54pm GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
Tuesday, 7 February, 2012 ~ 9.54pm UT (Universal Time)
Wednesday, 8 February, 2012 ~ 7.54am EST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
(NSW, TAS & VIC 8.54am)

This full moon we are asked to embrace our personal power in positive ways. By committing ourselves to become who we truly are. To believe in ourselves and all that we stand for and to stride toward the successes we desire. With regal Leo in the role of leader this is the full moon to take the stage and be heard.

Tarosophy Tarot Degree Adventure

stella luna — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:43:02 +0000

I have just enrolled for the 2-year Tarosophy Hekademia Tarot Degree. The work produced by Marcus Katz of Tarot Professionals is never anything short of innovative and exciting and the course materials sound absolutely incredible! I am excited to be undertaking this adventure. Enrollments are presently being taken for the first 2012 cohort which will be commencing January 29th 2012.

Full Moon in Cancer 2012

stella luna — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:41:14 +0000

Sunday, 8 January, 2012 ~ 11.30pm PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Monday, 9 January, 2012 ~ 7.30am GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
Monday, 9 January, 2012 ~ 7.30am UT (Universal Time)
Monday, 9 January, 2012 ~ 5.30pm EST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
(NSW, TAS & VIC 6.30pm)

This particular full moon sees the moon turning full in the sign that she rules, Cancer. Keywords for the sign of Cancer are “I feel”, so this is bound to be an emotionally charged full moon. Watery emotions may flow so it could be wise to spend it in the company of those we love, and in an environment that makes us feel comfortable and secure.

2012 – The Year of The Hierophant

stella luna — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:00:14 +0000

As the sun sets on an Emperor year what does 2012 hold in store? Let’s look to see what themes we may encounter in a Hierophant year.

Belief systems are under the spotlight. 2012 will be a good year to reassess our values and beliefs, to recognise those which work in our favour and discard those which prevent growth. Having a clear idea of the belief systems that are appropriate in our lives will also enable us to stand up for them more effectively. Releasing regurgitated belief systems that hold no relevance for us will also prevent us from passing those dogmas onto others.

Another theme of the Hierophant year is knowledge. There is not only the opportunity to expand our knowledge through study, books or wise counsel but also to pass our knowledge and expertise onto others, such as literally in the roll of teacher, or in the capacity of offering informed counsel to someone in need.

The pursuit of knowledge also extends to accessing our inner knowing. Many of the answers we seek can be found within our hearts and souls if only we take the time to listen. Tapping into this inner knowledge may prove pertinent with 2012 being a 5 year. 5’s can prove problematic and upset the status quo. Accessing our inner truth can guide us through any tests that come our way. Any challenges we do face are opportunities for growth and to move away from stagnant situations. As they say, what doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger.

2012, a year to formulate our own religion, to learn and live our truth.

Full Moon in Gemini 2011

stella luna — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 07:45:01 +0000

Lunar Eclipse

Saturday, 10 December, 2011 ~ 6.36am PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Saturday, 10 December, 2011 ~ 2.36pm GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
Saturday, 10 December, 2011 ~ 2.36pm UT (Universal Time)
Sunday, 11 December, 2011 ~ 12.36am EST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
(NSW, TAS & VIC 1.36am)

The restless, lively and curious Gemini twins are interested in everything and constantly in the quest of new ideas and experiences. Whatever we do to celebrate this full moon we should enjoy ourselves, get out of our comfort zone, be daring and try something new, choosing to do so in the company of others.

Abiding in the Sanctuary

stella luna — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 02:14:34 +0000

Big news… Abiding in the Sanctuary: The Waite-Trinick Tarot, a Christian Mystical Tarot (1917–1923) has just been released. Marcus Katz and Tali Goodwin have been busy at work researching this project and the publication is now ready and available for delivery this December. Abiding in the Sanctuary is based on the recently uncovered Waite-Trinick Tarot, a 23 card deck produced by Arthur E. Waite and John Brave Trinick around 1917-1923 and it promises to be a substantial book of historical significance. It is however limited to 250 copies and the way sales have gone in the first day may be sold out within the week, so get in quick if you are interested. It is not the cheapest of publications but there has been a lot of expense to get the licensing and produce it. The book is hardcover with dustjacket, 186pp, with over 80 full page colour and b&w images, original biographical research and a preface by Mary K Greer.