The Haptic Tarot

Inspired by the masterpieces of early Renaissance Flemish artist Jan van Eyck, The Haptic Tarot offers a sensorial approach to tarot where hands become the primary language of intuition and meaning. Drawing on the concept of “haptic”—our sense of touch—this deck invites readers into a tactile journey of self-discovery. With the help of AI technology, tarot expert and designer Nick Jacobs harmonizes Smith-Waite symbolism with van Eyck's Realist flair, resulting in elegant and atmospheric images reminiscent of 15th-century oil paintings. The 79-card deck includes a bonus card, The Reader, and a 60-page guidebook with empowering messages for deep reflection.Key Features:Hands-Focused Tarot Symbolism: 79-card tarot deck; hands as the central storytelling element; bonus card, The ReaderRenaissance-Inspired Aesthetic: Visual homage to Jan van Eyck; early tarot iconography; timeless art-historical influenceInnovative Creative Process: Artwork created through a thoughtfully guided generative AI process; human-led prompts and curation; expanded visual depth and imaginative expressionTarot Spreads and Keywords: Guidebook provides three keywords for each card; three tarot spreads for deep reflectionPremium Quality: Packaged in premium tuck box; luxurious card stock for a tactile experience; smooth shufflingThe Haptic Tarot offers a one-of-a-kind fusion of classical art inspiration and modern creative technology, inviting readers to explore tarot through touch, intuition, and deeply personal symbolism.