Now the interview!
All cards are staves, plus the Sun! More fiery than I had given the deck credit for . . . I swear I shuffled: I washed, turned all cards upright, overhand shuffled, and cut. So I guess all these staves must mean something!
Deck’s most important characteristic. Four of Staves
Well, this is obvious: The deck is foremost a work of art. And not just an art object. It is important that we see the effort and energy that went into its creation.
Deck’s strength. Queen of Staves
The deck is a perfectly balanced blend of water and fire, nature and nurture. We’re in the garden, and the plants are growing strong, but there is a strong presence of the works of human hands. The architecture tries to follow the feeling of natural beauty.
Deck’s weakness. Seven of Staves
It protects its secrets perhaps a bit too well. But then sometimes the associations are just a bit TOO obvious.
What can I learn from it? Sun
Lighting is important in art as well as in photography. I can learn to reveal secrets and make things plain. I can learn about creativity and enjoyment. A blending of cultures can be quite appropriate and telling.
How can I learn all that? Eight of Staves
This is one of my favorite cards of this deck. Although it’s static, it really gives the impression of the movement of the staves. I can learn from this deck by using my mind and my energy. Otherwise, it will just zoom over my head.
Outcome of our work together. Five of Staves
In the end, our work together will be a struggle. I love it, but I really can’t see it well enough, I think. But maybe it will be a struggle that will make us both stronger. We’ll be well-matched adversaries, and we’ll both benefit from our conflict.
Actually, it is kind of difficult to see the details, making it a problem to read for others. On the other hand, that gives it a lot of depth. It's very suggestive. I hope you get a copy in your hands someday!