Tarot Vitae

Iconic Rider-Waite-Smith Symbolism, 78 Cards, Engraving Style Artwork, Bold Color Palette and Details, 136-Page Guidebook of Insightful Meanings

Tarot Vitae explores the iconic symbols, scenery and characters of the Rider-Waite-Smith® deck, enlivening the traditional imagery with rich new details and a modernized color palette. The sensuously drawn figures here are not mere archetypes, but represent the flesh and blood of real life (Vitae), reflecting the emotions and aspirations we all experience. Every card tells a part of our story and invites us to contemplate our dual nature — earthly and transcendent, reminding us that behind every symbol there is a living presence; one that feels, perceives, and seeks meaning. Includes 78 cards and 136-page guidebook, packaged in a premium tuck box.

Key Features:

• Elegant Artwork: Inspired by the Italian intaglio engraving technique; precise and detailed line drawings; sensuously drawn figures with expressive faces
• Premium Materials: Deck printed on superior quality card stock for durability and ease of shuffling; packaged in premium tuck box
• Insightful 136-Page Guidebook: Keywords for upright and reversed readings; exploration of the imagery, symbolism and meanings; astrological and planetary associations for the Major Arcana; Flow of Life tarot spread
• Faithful to Classic Rider-Waite-Smith: Traditional tarot landscapes and scenes with bold, new details; expansive color palette enhances symbolism; vibrant and eye-catching for beginners and seasoned collectors
• Modern Tarot Experience: Engaging deck invites us to better understand and tell our own living stories through the colorful cards; accessible for readers of all levels

Tarot Vitae invites tarot readers of all levels of proficiency to connect with these familiar yet fresh and emotionally accessible tarot cards to better understand our life experiences.

About the Artist:

Marco Proietto was born in Rome, Italy. He graduated from the Liceo Artistico Ripetta. He studied painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome, and at the Scuola dell’Arte della Medaglia where he specialized in sculptural modeling and engraving techniques. Throughout his artistic career he has participated in numerous exhibitions with oil paintings, engravings, and ink illustrations. He has worked in publishing as a graphic designer. His most recent work focuses on illustration and engraving, with a particular interest in tarot iconography. His first deck, Bianco Nero Tarot, was published by U.S. Games Systems, Inc. in 2018.