Cartomancers Face-to-Face Extended Version

Well, the obvious thing about the images is that they seem to suggest that cartomancy was primarily a female art, women’s wisdom, from all walks of life. Perhaps a past-time: I noticed many of the women have their chins in their palms, as though they are taking a break from their work. Perhaps also a form of self-empowerment for women of the past, who were often marginalized. Brian once said something similar: that cartomancy was historically practiced by wise women, Witches, healers, and queers (and queer Witches). 🙂

First of all, Dear Mary, I have to tell you, that I am a French speaking woman. So, my English is not so good!

I would like to thank you for your work and your wisdom. Presently, I am studying your book titled « 21 ways to read a Tarot card ».

I began reading English with your « Tarot for Your Self » when I moved in Ottawa, Canada, years ago.

The video is wonderful, thanks for your generosity!

I agree with Kel!

« De nos jours, les femmes reprennent les incantations magiques là où l’histoire les a jetées au feu. »

Blessed be!

Lorraine Couture
Le Tarot au féminin

Mary, such a lovely video 🙂 Phrases that occurred to me as I watched this;
Cartomancy through the ages. Tarot, standing the test of time. Not to mention all the different cultures that were represented. A lovely testimony to the history of Cartomancy and the Cartomancers who have paved the way.

Beautiful work Mary

question for Donnaleigh, do you feel that cartomancy is only reserved for “non christians” ? Tarot itself has deep roots in Catholicism.

Cartomancy seems to cut across many lines: culture, social class and age. It does seem to be primarily a female pursuit, as Kel mentioned.

I noticed that many of the readers were using ordinary playing cards rather than special Tarot cards. Perhaps it was that they were more easily available, especially to those of limited means.

The expressions on their faces struck me as a deep concentration, or possibly a deep connection with deity or a guide. It was obviously something that they took very seriously, rather than “entertainment.”