Each deck includes a detailed guidebook and a set of entirely different images (42 in the Soul Conversations deck and 44 in the Oracle deck). The backs of the cards in each deck all carry the energy of the eagle; one soaring (Soul Conversations), and one launching (Oracle). The backs of the cards in the two decks are intentionally similar, yet distinct, allowing the option to use both decks together if desired.
The guidebooks provide many suggestions for engaging with the animal cards, but they do not present interpretations of the animals. That is also intentional; providing an interpretation feels too limiting, and it doesn't allow the animals to speak for themselves. The aim is for you to interact with this animal at this time: eye to eye, heart to heart, soul to soul. What arises in you now as you gaze at the animal? That is not written anywhere; it cannot be defined. If you settle yourself and listen deeply, what you experience won't be the same today as it was last week; it won't be the same for you as it would be for anyone else.
These are not stock photographs. Creating these images took hundreds of hours. Every image represents a sacred meeting of souls; each is one short moment in the lives of unique Beings with lives and relationships of their own.
When I started photographing wild animals I didn't really know why I was doing it; I just knew that I was compelled to meet these animals, face to face, striving to catch a moment, a look—to create an image that allows the essence of the Being to shine through. In the process I reconnected to nature in a deeper way. All the time spent waiting and watching helped to settle my heart and re-inspire my being. Connecting deeply with the animal world is such a gift; it is my hope that these images can help take you there.
The guidebooks provide many suggestions for engaging with the animal cards, but they do not present interpretations of the animals. That is also intentional; providing an interpretation feels too limiting, and it doesn't allow the animals to speak for themselves. The aim is for you to interact with this animal at this time: eye to eye, heart to heart, soul to soul. What arises in you now as you gaze at the animal? That is not written anywhere; it cannot be defined. If you settle yourself and listen deeply, what you experience won't be the same today as it was last week; it won't be the same for you as it would be for anyone else.
These are not stock photographs. Creating these images took hundreds of hours. Every image represents a sacred meeting of souls; each is one short moment in the lives of unique Beings with lives and relationships of their own.
When I started photographing wild animals I didn't really know why I was doing it; I just knew that I was compelled to meet these animals, face to face, striving to catch a moment, a look—to create an image that allows the essence of the Being to shine through. In the process I reconnected to nature in a deeper way. All the time spent waiting and watching helped to settle my heart and re-inspire my being. Connecting deeply with the animal world is such a gift; it is my hope that these images can help take you there.
Soul Conversations Deck
These images present an opportunity to engage in direct dialogue with the animals presented in the cards. The deck contains 42 cards with intimate portraits of a wide variety of animals and a detailed guidebook covering topics such as: getting started, setting sacred space, interacting with the animals, animal body meditation, engaging in soul conversations about your life and/or the animal world, and an introduction to several of the animals featured in the deck.
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Oracle Deck
The oracle deck presents images that can guide you in divination. The deck contains 44 cards with images of animals engaged in their daily lives and a detailed guidebook focusing on topics such as getting started, setting sacred space, cultivating your intuition, animal body meditation, asking for allies, observing yourself, observing patterns in the cards, working with a group, ideas for drawing cards, different layouts, getting a broader perspective when making decisions, etc.
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I offer these images in gratitude
As a gift, on behalf of the animals that share our precious and beautiful planet with us
and in honor of the anima mundi, the Soul of the World.
May these animals touch your heart as they have mine.
May they help you live a more soul-centered life
more deeply connected to our natural world and your own inner knowing.
May you look into Their eyes and see the Soul of the World looking back at you.
As a gift, on behalf of the animals that share our precious and beautiful planet with us
and in honor of the anima mundi, the Soul of the World.
May these animals touch your heart as they have mine.
May they help you live a more soul-centered life
more deeply connected to our natural world and your own inner knowing.
May you look into Their eyes and see the Soul of the World looking back at you.