Hello there dear followers,
Once again I've managed to let this blog get coated in a nice thick layer of dust. My apologies for that...Often I find myself so enthralled in trying to stay on track with my work, that I don't want to spend the time to write up blog posts. I'm a terribly slow writer, so it takes me quite a while to put something together, no matter how small it is. But! Here we are in a new year yet again, so with that, I will do my best to post more regularly.
So what have I been up to lately?? Well, lot's of things, but mostly working away on the Modern Spellcaster's Tarot that I made a post about back in April. This project is huge, and I think I underestimated the challenge it would be especially on top of finishing graduate school, getting married, moving to a different state, and now holidays that have just passed. However, I am making good headway now that I have a good stretch of time ahead of me without any significant interruptions. So onward I battle!
I have completed all of the Cups cards in the deck, and I put together a little image showing the whole group:
Here's some larger views of my favorites from the group (I like them all, but you know how it is):
Additionally, I've completed all of the drawings for the Swords cards, and many initial sketches for the Major Arcana. There's still tons left to do, but I'll try to post more progress as I roll along here.
Also expect some new Magic updates in the coming days. Until then, Happy New Year!
Once again I've managed to let this blog get coated in a nice thick layer of dust. My apologies for that...Often I find myself so enthralled in trying to stay on track with my work, that I don't want to spend the time to write up blog posts. I'm a terribly slow writer, so it takes me quite a while to put something together, no matter how small it is. But! Here we are in a new year yet again, so with that, I will do my best to post more regularly.
So what have I been up to lately?? Well, lot's of things, but mostly working away on the Modern Spellcaster's Tarot that I made a post about back in April. This project is huge, and I think I underestimated the challenge it would be especially on top of finishing graduate school, getting married, moving to a different state, and now holidays that have just passed. However, I am making good headway now that I have a good stretch of time ahead of me without any significant interruptions. So onward I battle!
I have completed all of the Cups cards in the deck, and I put together a little image showing the whole group:
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| Ace-King of Cups, varying sizes, Oil on paper and digital. |
Here's some larger views of my favorites from the group (I like them all, but you know how it is):
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| Two of Cups, Oil on masonite |
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| Eight of Cups, Oil on paper |
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| Knight of Cups, Oil on paper |
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| Queen of Cups, Oil on paper |
Additionally, I've completed all of the drawings for the Swords cards, and many initial sketches for the Major Arcana. There's still tons left to do, but I'll try to post more progress as I roll along here.
Also expect some new Magic updates in the coming days. Until then, Happy New Year!
Love your artwork. Being a tarot reader as well as a collector of fantasy trading cards, this tarot is going to be one of my favorites! The 8 of cups is a little different from the usual meaning as it has one spilled cup, rather than all the cups upright like in the Rider Waite. He also doesn't seem to be leaving or on his way, making me wonder what the description for this card will be, as it will no doubt be different than what I'm used to. Keep us updated. It's so nice to follow the progression of your work. It makes the anticipation even more intense!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm glad that you like them. Yes, I know the 8 is a little different, though I'm not sure what the writer has in mind for these changes since I have not seen the final text for the book. I'm sure that it is not intended to stray too far off from the original Rider Waite though. I hope to be posting about some Swords cards in the near future so check back for more. Thanks for following!
DeleteWow! Those are truly legit pieces. The sense of glory in those mesh of lines and hues really pulsate across the screen. You would definitely need some top-line printing tech, to not only give those justice, but to maybe even elevate them some more, by making all the slightest details stand out, enough to build a more earth shaking sensory experience. Your talent is really amazing, Scott! More powert to you!
ReplyDeleteFaye Fowler @ Master Copy Print
Thank you!!
DeleteI hope you will print this tarot deck. I need it!
ReplyDeleteThank you! Yes, this deck will be published and available some time early next year through this publisher: http://www.llewellyn.com/index.php
DeleteI just found your deck and just ordered it. I love how you add movement in all of your art work. It makes the deck come to life. Can't wait to start reading with them.
ReplyDeleteThank you!! I'm glad you like the artwork, and have ordered a deck. I try to bring a bit of life to the images, so I'm glad that you have felt that in the images. I appreciate your support, and I hope you enjoy the deck!
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