Fully funded Kickstarter project 2022!

Anatomize Oracle is a 39 card deck featuring hand drawn and hand painted Oracle card designs. Inspired by the practice of human anatomical study and the cultural philosophy of medicine. Each individual card design starts out as a detailed anatomical pen drawing on A4 paper, drawn in a graphic pointillist style. Then a unique watercolour wash is hand painted for each card background. The drawing and the watercolour wash are both then photographed, scaled down and layered, to form a completed card design.

Throughout the process of developing the Anatomize Oracle as a divination tool I was interested in exploring the varied cultural and scientific theories behind the mind-body connection. I conducted research into subjects such as;

Medieval medicine, Humorism & Hippocratic medicine.
Monism vs. dualism & the 'mind-body problem'.
Traditional Chinese & Western medicines.
The Chakra system and esoteric traditions in Hinduism.
The drawings were inspired by Victorian anatomical study and 21st Century medical illustration, and the backgrounds inspired by research into colour psychology.

My research into traditional Chinese holistic medicine specifically, greatly informed the creation of the Anatomize Oracle. The theory that mental and physical well-being are intricately entwined. Viewing physical symptoms/indicators as a way to assess and address the physical and emotional imbalances within the body, recognizing the body as one interconnected biosystem.

You also receive a 2,800 word printed paper guidebook along with your Anatomize Oracle deck and online access to a digitalized and downloadable PDF version of guidebook (always useful if you misplace your printed guidebook.)
The Anatomize Oracle is divided into six categories, each with an overarching theme.

The Musculoskeletal System - STRENGTH
The Cardiovascular & Respiratory System - CONNECTION
The Digestive & Urinary System - JUDGEMENT
The Nervous System & The Senses - CURIOSITY
The Immune & Lymphatic System - PROTECTION
The Endocrine & Reproductive System - POTENTIAL
Every card has associated key words and a short paragraph to aid with readings.

While time and care has been put into constructing the Anatomize Oracle system I understand that Oracle decks are often selected for their ambiguous nature. Readers are invited to use the guidebook or to conduct your reading using visual cues alone. Whatever works for you!

The cards are 84 x 119mm / 3.3 x 4.68in with 39 cards in the deck. The cards are printed on 350gsm card stock (FSC Mix Credit CU-COC-822090 - a mix of certified sustainably sourced and managed pulp products, this reduces the need for bleaching and other chemical processes used on 100% recycled papers). Cards are sealed on both sides to protect them from handling etc. All decks are supplied in a tuck box, with a printed design on 350gsm card stock and a 50 page, printed paper guidebook.

If your deck/box arrives damage then please let me know within 14 days of delivery and a replacement deck or box can be provided. If your deck is running late or you believe your delivery has been lost then please get in touch. Tracking information is provided with all domestic and international orders.

Important Message For International Shoppers - Customs, Duties, and Taxes (CDT) are not included within the shipping price and are the responsibility of the backer. Depending on your location you may incur additional costs related to CDT, please check if these apply to you and you're happy to accept these before buying.

ATTENTION PRODUCT NOTICE: This product is manufactured in the UK and conforms with CE safety standards. Not suitable for small children. Keep away from open flame. If damaged, please dispose of responsibly.

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Ivory Graphics Ltd
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