The Suit of Swords in the Tarot: Winter & the Warm Embrace of Death with laetitia Barbier - College of Psychic Studies
In this 2-part online workshop, we'll study the suit of swords and its connection to Winter Solstice - what's hiding under the ice. If the suit is traditionally associated with the intellect and the rational mind, it has a quality that the other suits don't present: sarcasm and a dark, sweet and weird sense of humor. Pushing us to define our values and our taboos, the suit of swords is a lot less bleak and a lot more human that it appears.
This online class will be taught through College of Psychic Studies. Purchase tickets here.
FREE EVENT: Arcanum as Archetype: The Influence of Tarot on Alejandro Jodorowsky's comic book epic The Incal, with Independent Scholar Amy Slonaker
Discover the Tarot’s profound influence on Alejandro Jodorowsky’s comic book epic The Incal in this illustrated lecture by religion and comics scholar Amy Slonaker, J.D., PhD. Drawing on Jungian archetypes and Jodorowsky’s unique Tarot system, Dr. Slonaker explores how the Tarot’s imagery and concepts shape the plot, characters, and cosmic journey of The Incal.
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The Art of Tarot Journaling: Archetypal Introspection and Self Exploration for a Daily Practice, with Laetitia Barbier
Unlock the power of Tarot journaling in this transformative three-week course. Move beyond traditional divination and explore Tarot as an introspective tool through art, psychology, and holistic practices. Engage in practical exercises like free associations, automatic writing, and dream analysis. Learn to craft a personal Tarot methodology and create a syncretic calendar to celebrate your unique traditions. Reconnect with your humanity and discover hidden aspects of yourself through daily, playful acts of journaling.
This class is taught through Morbid Anatomy. Purchase tickets from their website here.
Confessions of a Diviner: Christopher Marmolejo, Author of Red Tarot: A Decolonial Guide to Divinatory Literacy
Welcome to Confessions of a Diviner, a new online series created for Tarot professionals and public spiritual practitioners, offering inspiration and insight for anyone drawn to the mystical and practical dimensions of divination. Each session introduces a unique voice in the field of Tarot and spiritual guidance, inviting us to explore their personal journeys, the intricacies of their work, and the wisdom they’ve gathered along the way.
This week, we’re thrilled to host Christopher Marmolejo, author of the groundbreaking Red Tarot: A Decolonial Guide to Divinatory Literacy. In this transformative work, Christopher reimagines Tarot practice as an act of reclamation and liberation. Using literature and poetry as medicine and a pathway to deeper understanding, Chrisopher demonstrates how Tarot can become a powerful tool for subversion and rebellion, challenging the status quo and inspiring radical change.
This special event is only available for Patreon subscribers. To become a member of our community, join here.
FREE EVENT: The Occult Sylvia Plath: The Hidden Spiritual Life of the Visionary Poet with Author Julia Gordon-Bramer
Explore Sylvia Plath’s hidden spiritual life with Julia Gordon-Bramer, who uncovers the occult influences shaping Plath’s work and marriage to Ted Hughes. Based on fifteen years of research, Gordon-Bramer reveals how tarot, astrology, and alchemy infused Plath’s poetry with deeper meaning. This talk offers a fresh perspective on the visionary poet’s creative and mystical legacy.
You can RSVP to this FREE EVENT here.
FREE IN-PERSON CLASS: The Phoenix Egg: Embracing Seasonal Rebirth - Tarot After School with Spooksvilla + Friends
Join Laetitia for the fourth session a series of special evening Tarot classes at the hallucinatory palace that is Spooksvilla + Friends, in the East Village of NYC. The equinox marks the moment when the hours of daylight overtake the darkness of winter. It’s a time of revitalization. We fight to fill our lungs with new energy, shed old ways, and plant seeds for growth. In this class, we will discuss how to incorporate the Tarot to make the most of this seasonal shift.
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The Suit of Cups in the Tarot: Spring & the Language of Imagination with Laetitia Barbier, College of Psychic Studies
In this 2-part online workshop, we'll study the suit of cups, its connection to the spring equinox, the iconography of renewal, and the infinite emotional variations these cards conjure, from Lucas Cranach to Gaston Bachelard, Heraclitus to Melusine. Through iconographic examples, parlour games and discussions, we'll study the narrative arch of the suit of cups and how to read these cards in the context of a reading or for more meditative pursuit.
This online class is taught through the College of Psychic Studies. You can purchase tickets here.
FREE IN-PERSON CLASS: At the Gate of Janus: Creating Meaningful New Years Intention - Tarot After School with Spooksvilla + Friends
Join Laetitia for the third session a series of special evening Tarot classes at the hallucinatory palace that is Spooksvilla + Friends, in the East Village of NYC. In this session, we’ll pay homage to Janus, gates, and passages, traditionally depicted with two faces, one looking forward, the other backward. Guardian of transition between pas and future, we’ll invoke his assistance for setting meaningful intentions for the upcoming year. Through a set of didactic exercises designed to help us reflect on the past year, we’ll identify our desires, and create a roadmap for the year to come.
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Confession of a Tarot Scholar: Confessions of a Tarot Scholar: Ronan Farrell and the Traditional Tarot Archive
This week on Confessions of a Diviner, we’re honored to welcome Rónán Ó Fearġaíl, the visionary behind Traditional Tarot, an invaluable resource hosted on WordPress. This extraordinary platform has become a cornerstone for expanding the conversation around Tarot by providing English-speaking audiences with access to translations, digests, reviews, and critiques of Tarot literature—primarily (but not exclusively) French-language texts.
Rónán has dedicated years to uncovering and sharing these seminal works, offering the English-speaking world free access to hundreds of influential texts spanning the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. His efforts have shone a light on the rich intellectual tradition of Tarot, preserving a wealth of knowledge that has been overlooked in broader Tarot literature.
Join us as we explore Rónán’s journey, his passion for historical texts, and the profound impact of making these timeless works accessible to a new generation of Tarot enthusiasts.
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Year of the Hermit: A Gentle Guide to Spiritual Walkabouts
In a world that seldom pauses, The Hermit invites us to step away from the noise and embrace the quiet rhythm of our inner world. As we enter a Hermit year, Laetitia offers insights into this era of self-reflection, solitude, and spiritual discovery. Through exploring the archetypal wisdom of The Hermit, this class provides tools to navigate stillness, deepen self-connection, and illuminate the path forward.
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Tarot Talk Show: James Ferrera with special Guest Camelia Elias
Tarot Talk Show is back and proudly welcomes cartomancer extraordinaire Camelia Elias, founder of the Aradia Academy and author of Read Like the Devil. As usual, our host James Ferrera from James Jude Tarot will pulls cards to guide their conversation.
This special event is free for Patreon subscribers. To become a member of our community, join here.
Tarot Office Hours: The Feast Of Fools: Saturnalia's and the spirit of Madness
Step into the wild and joyful world of "Revelry of the Fool," where we embrace the spirit of Saturnalia and the Tarot’s Fool in a night of chaotic celebration. In true Saturnalian fashion, we’ll explore how, during this time, the tables turn on social norms, celebrating freedom, spontaneity, and the unpredictability of life. Join us for a feast of folly, where the Fool guides us through laughter, revelry, and the liberating power of breaking from routine and convention. Expect a night of surprises, joy, and unrestrained playfulness!
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Babel Polyphony: on Tarot, Language and iconography, with Artisan Tarot
Laetitia Barbier explores Tarot as a dynamic visual culture, using art history, iconology, and pop culture—from Renaissance Italy to Hello Kitty—to reveal how its evolving subjectivity helps us reclaim our unique narratives.
This lecture is only available to members of the Artisan Tarot community. Enjoy one month for free using promo code FREETRIAL at checkout. View the event here.
FREE EVENT: Astro-Black Mythology: An Introduction to Sun Ra with Dr. Marques Redd
Sun Ra (1914-1993) is a visionary jazz musician, poet, and prophet. Join Dr. Marques Redd as he provides an entrée into his work through an analysis of what he calls “astro-black mythology.” We will explore his innovative fusion of Egyptology, musicology, dance, religion, astronomy, physics, and much more. Sun Ra aimed to tie humanity back to that which we had originally been one, the entire sweep of the cosmos, and we will aim to understand how we can push forward his vision.
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Brooklyn: In-Person Tarot Reading at Quimby's Bookstore NYC
Join Laetitia for a 30-minute reading session on Saturday, November 9 and December 7, as she shuffles her cards in the intimate Tarot room at the wonderful Quimby’s in Brooklyn! She will provide an in-depth Tarot card reading tailored to your needs and the queries you seek counseling for. Try to arrive 10 minutes early; it's a great opportunity to explore their magnificent shop!
Quimby’s Bookstore is located at 536 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Schedule a reading here.
FREE EVENT: Elements: Book Release Celebration and Conversation with Author Stephen Ellcock
Join us for an afternoon with acclaimed author and image alchemist Stephen Ellcock as we celebrate the release of his new book, Elements, on October 17, 2024. This visually stunning work explores the elemental forces that have inspired thinkers and artists for centuries. Drawing from ancient philosophies and Eastern traditions, Ellcock curates a journey through earth, water, air, fire, and aether, blending modern and historical imagery. The event includes a conversation with the author on humanity’s connection to nature in times of crisis.
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Tarot Office Hours: The Devil’s Holiday: Krampus, Saint Nicholas, and the Balance of Power
To celebrate Krampus Nacht, and the devilish Krampus descending from the mountains to collect the naughty kids in his basket, we’ll explore the duality of the Pope and the Devil in the context of the Saint Nicholas and Devil tradition. Together, we’ll perform a special tarot spread to honor the Night of a Thousand Horned Ones, tapping into the powerful symbolism of this ancient, dark celebration.
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Tarot Office Hours: Tokens of Power: The Symbolism of Scepters, Staffs, and Wands in Tarot
In the Tarot, many figures hold scepters, staffs, and wands—but what are they really holding? Why do some raise them, point them, or yield with these symbolic objects? Join Laetitia for Tokens of Power: The Symbolism of Scepters, Staffs, and Wands in Tarot a literary exploration of the symbolic gestures in tarot. We will delve into the deeper meanings of authority, power, and surrender through these objects. Whether lifted in command or lowered in acceptance, they guide us through moments of leadership, manifestation, and personal transformation. What stories do they tell, and how do they shape the journeys we undertake?
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Death and Resurrection As Muse: Stirring Your Creativity in Times of Crisis with Tarot’s Forgotten Iconography, Symbolism and Storytelling Power with Laetitia Barbier
Why isn’t the Death card the last in Tarot? Is the Devil card about damnation or irreverence? Explore these questions in a month-long journey through Tarot’s major arcana. Delve into the history, symbolism, and evolving archetypes of each card, from the 15th century to today. Through parlor games, journaling, and creative projects, students will reimagine the cards, culminating in a unique artwork. Uncover the timeless allure of Tarot and reignite your imagination.
This class is taught through Morbid Anatomy. Purchase tickets on their website here.
Tarot Office Hours: Bibliomancy Reading
Join us for a free reading session where Laetitia will use Joris-Karl Huysmans' A Rebours as an unconventional tool for fortune-telling. Drawing inspiration from this decadent masterpiece, Laetitia will offer readings that delve into the surreal and symbolic layers of the book, unveiling unexpected insights while guiding participants through the enigmatic world of Huysmans’ work. Each reading promises to seamlessly blend literature and divination in a truly extraordinary way.
This special event is free for Patreon subscribers. To become a member of our community, join here.
Tarot Talk Show, with host James Ferrera & special guest Thea Wirsching
Tarot Talk Show is back and proudly welcomes Thea Wirsching, "The Pluto Babe," creator of The American Renaissance Tarot, when she joins host James Ferrera from James Jude Tarot as he pulls cards from her deck to guide their conversation.
This special event is free for Patreon subscribers. To become a member of our community, join here.
Brooklyn: In-Person Tarot Reading at Quimby's Bookstore NYC
Join Laetitia for a 30-minute reading session on Saturday, November 9 and December 7, as she shuffles her cards in the intimate Tarot room at the wonderful Quimby’s in Brooklyn! She will provide an in-depth Tarot card reading tailored to your needs and the queries you seek counseling for. Try to arrive 10 minutes early; it's a great opportunity to explore their magnificent shop!
Quimby’s Bookstore is located at 536 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Schedule a reading here.
FRENCHTOWN NJ: FREE IN-PERSON TAROT SESSION AT ARTYARD, WITH THE CARNIVAL OF THE END OF THE WORLD TAROT
Join Laetitia Barbier for a reading session as she’ll be shuffling cards from Kahn + Selesnick’s Carnival at the End of the World Tarot deck in ArtYard’s Laboratory Gallery. She’ll provide 10-minute readings, which will be tailored around you, your needs, and the query with which you need counseling.
Reservations for readings are necessary. Subscribe to the Artyard newsletter to know more!
Tarot Office Hours: Honoring Our Dead: A Live Altar
This November 1st, as we celebrate the "thinning of the veil," guests are invited to a deeply reflective event to honor those they have lost. In this sacred time of remembrance, we will come together to evoke the life of a person we have lost—whether a family member, an ancestor, or someone who inspired us. Through the sharing of stories, memories, and personal reflections, we will create a collective shrine that celebrates the lives of those we wish to memorialize. This act of honoring invites healing, connection, and a moment to hold the dead close in our hearts during this poignant time of reflection.
This special event is free for Patreon subscribers. To become a member of our community, join here.
FREE EVENT: Occult Eye - A Conversation with LA Publisher Bibliomancers
Join us for a discussion with LA Publisher Bibliomancers to discuss their new release, Occult Eye, and the creative process behind their library of curatorial work.
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FREE: Mortimer and the Witches: A History of Nineteenth-Century Fortune Tellers with Author Marie Carter
Join Marie Carter as she discusses her new book, Mortimer and the Witches: A History of Nineteenth-Century Fortune Tellers, published by Fordham University Press. The book explores Mortimer Thomson's 1857 articles on fortune tellers of Broome Street, later compiled as The Witches of New York. Carter will delve into the inspiration behind her book, 19th-century fortune-telling practices, the struggles of working women, and Thomson's unique biography.
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Tarot Office Hours: Surrealist Tarot - An Exquisite Corpse Experiment
Join us for a special Tarot Office Hours, where we’ll dive into the dreamscapes of surrealism and tarot. Together, we’ll conduct a "Cadavre Exquis Tarot Experiment", crafting a collaborative spread that unfolds like a surrealist story—layer by layer, card by card—unlocking unexpected insights through the magic of collective imagination.
This special event is free for Patreon subscribers. To become a member of our community, join here.
FREE IN-PERSON CLASS: Tarot Grammar: Understanding the Language of the Cards - Tarot After School with Spooksvilla + Friends
Join Laetitia for the first session a series of special evening Tarot classes at the hallucinatory palace that is Spooksvilla + Friends, in the East Village of NYC. In these classes, we’ll deconstruct the mystique of classic Tarot topics and approach them practically, exploring how to let our intuition guide us with spontaneity. For our autumnal opus, we will explore the idea of Tarot Grammar.
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Tarot as a Shrine: Inviting the Dead into the Reading Space, with Laetitia Barbier
Can we find wisdom through our connection to the departed with the help of the cards? If Tarot can serve as a soundboard for introspective work or esoteric meditation, the arcana can also help us reestablish a dialogue with the gatekeepers of our past. This two-part class will cover shrine-centric ancestral worship throughout history, discuss the concept of ancestry beyond the tight parameters of bloodlines and DNA tests, explore the importance of creating space and time for such practice, and discover how the image-based language of tarot offers an ideal framework to start this conversation.
Purchase tickets for this class here.
Paris: In-Person Reading Cards at Belladone Antiques, September 28
Join Laetitia at Belladone Antiques in Marché Dauphine for a special day of readings that conjure the world of the Wunderkammer.
For these upcoming sessions, Laetitia offers you a choice: either a classic tarot reading or a unique Cabinet of Curiosity Tarot spread. In this special spread, each card is inspired by a meticulously curated artifact, inviting you to deep introspection and discovery. From taxidermy fish to memento mori, convex mirrors to astronomical globes, we’ll explore our inner strength, confront the impermanence of existence, befriend our monstrosity, and celebrate our uniqueness.
These sessions are scheduled for Saturday, September 28. Further details will be provided a few days before.
Paris: In-Person Tarot Readings In The Cave - Saturday, September 21st
Join Laetitia for a one-hour reading session on Saturday, September 21st, as she conducts her Tarot card readings in the private museum of artist David Sphaeros. Immerse yourself in an in-depth session with Laetitia, where she tailors the reading to your individual needs and the specific questions you seek guidance on.
Embracing a collaborative and conversational style, Laetitia ensures you have the space, voice, and guidance necessary to clearly comprehend the messages from the cards. Reservations are required. Please select your preferred time from the options listed below.
London: Tarot Card Symbols in Conversation with Laetitia Barbier - In-Person at Treadwell's Bookshop and Event Centre
Join us for an extraordinary evening at Treadwell's with Laetitia Barbier, a world-renowned expert on tarot imagery with a B.A. in Art History from the Sorbonne. In conversation with Christina Oakley Harrington, Laetitia will explore the strangest stories in tarot art history. The event includes a drinks party with complimentary wine and access to our vintage tarot exhibition. Don't miss the chance to have your copy of Laetitia's acclaimed book, Tarot Divination Cards: A Visual Archive, signed.
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London: Reading Tarot Like A Surrealist - In Person Class at the College of Psychic Studies
From its beginning in the 1920s, the surrealist movement championed artistic exploration through methods such as free association, automatic writing, and exquisite corpses - collective drawing and texts made without knowing others' contributions. Inspired by psychoanalysis, the surrealists used playfulness, group exercises, and the quest for liminal states to subvert their own predictability and free themselves from the constraints of the rational mind. Surprises, accidents, and reveries brought to the surface the inarticulate visions of the subconscious mind and unlocked the doors of self-discovery.
In this in-person workshop, we will work in the same way, using tarot as an intuitive and introspective tool that guides us to rekindle our own imagination. What better way to tap into the source of our subconscious than to play the bizarre games invented during the surrealist movement? Come along, and let's have some surreal fun with the cards.
The class will take place in the College of Psychic Studies, London. You can find more info HERE.
London: Arcane Intuition: Refining our Intuitive Edge with the Tarot - In-Person Class @ College of Psychic Studies
Join Laetitia in the legendary College of Psychic Studies in London! In this four hour class, we'll explore several practical exercises using the tarot to reconnect with our own instincts, employing strategies ranging from our creative drive and liminal experiences to archetypal invocation. Through use and practice, much like flexing a muscle, the flow of intuitive insights strengthens and becomes more accessible, enriching our perspectives with a sense of depth and assisting us in our development.
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London - In person Tarot Reading at the College of Psychic Studies
Join Laetitia on Friday September 13 as she’ll be shuffling her cards back for the first time a the legendary College of Psychic Studies! Laetitia will provide an in depth Tarot card reading, which will be tailored around you, your needs and the query you need counseling with. Reading sessions are extremely limited; you can find then HERE.
FREE ONLINE EVENT - Past Life Regression: Into The Fertile Void with Hypnotherapist and Daniel Ryan
Tuesday, September 10th
6pm - 7pm EDT
Admission: FREE - Donation accepted.
Join hypnotherapist and past life regression specialist Daniel Ryan for a 60-minute immersive workshop, offering an introduction to The Fertile Void: Transpersonal Psychology, Hypnosis, and Past Life Regression, the upcoming course he will co-facilitate with Jeff Greenberg, beginning on September 15th.
Following a brief presentation, participants will engage in a group, past life regression practice, with a focus on exploring the concept of the fertile void. Together, we will delve into the ineffable, sharing our most refined interpretations of this profound experience. This session offers a glimpse into the transformative material that will be covered in greater depth during the course.
To join the event, click on this link.
The Picture of Dorian Gray Bibliomancy
This Saturday in the Secret Tarot Clubhouse, I’ll be doing free decadent bibliomancy using Oscar Wilde’s Picture of Dorian Gray. Everyone will get a short fortune aphorism and the interpretation by yours truly.
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