Activity Two
The Fool
There is a concept of the ~Fool~ in each of us. This is why I consider this tarot card part of my archetype deck or collection.
He / She is about new beginnings with a happy heart. The fool is represented by the number, ~O~ – (ZERO). Zero being the beginning , perhaps a journey.
I made two cards of the Fool and wrote about the technique used in the ~Pages~ portion of the blog if you desire some direction, art wise, in approaching your card. It is listed under techniques – activity two.
The Blue Fool Card
- the white rose symbolizes a spiritual direction for myself
- the mountains represents the world below, the town or village I am leaving to embark on a journey
- the dog for this card represents my nature quide
- the nap sack is a Victorian image of a purse, held by a T-square – what this represents for me, I have yet to discover
The character or archetype the Fool itself is represented with a rubber stamp. The boot and more importantly the lack of the boot or shoe symbolizes nothing has been pre – planned.
The Green Fool Card
- this Fool sets out on a journey through the a rocky wooded area
- her swim suit symbolizes the carefree attitude of the fool
- the dog along on this journey is older and carries the past as a nipping reminder for the fool
- the pencil holding the sack is for taking notes and marking my map
In both cards the sun is positioned at what should be early morning – the beginning.
What you include in your own card is entirely up to you. Look at various decks on the Internet through a search. What you include becomes your personal symbols and tarot cards are all about many different symbols. A suggested few would be – the fool, - disguise it if you wish, use a bird or a fish., the dog, mountains with or without trees, sack or back pack, the stick that holds it and the sun.
Add others if you wish which are not included in a tradional deck. I add images without reason – this is okay as artists we do this type of thing and the reasons reveal themselves to you – perhaps at a different time.
By no means is the Fool to be considered ~a fool~. The card in it’s entirety is intellectual just not traditional. He or She is seeking a new beginning through a journey.
The seeker is an archetype on a spiritual path, looking for truth and wisdom.
The shadow side of the Fool could be considered the ~lost soul~ on a journey without direction – ‘just along for the ride’ or following a self - proclaiming prophet.
Your cards are incredible! And the colours and the images are very striking! Love them!!
The work you are putting forward here is utterly amazing Patricia and will most certainly stimulate others. It is just magnificent. The archetypes are your speciality.
Incredible art! Powerful and moving. Great colors, too.