The Shadows We Cast Tarot Deck: A Star Seeker Tarot, 79 Cards

The Shadows We Cast: A Shadow Work Tarot Deck by Nicky Ferrada

A Shadow Work Tarot Deck

The Shadows We Cast is a 79-card shadow work tarot deck by Nicky Ferrada, built on the classic Rider-Waite-Smith system and hand-illustrated entirely without AI. More than a tool for answering questions, it's a trusted companion for life's most challenging seasons, a beautifully illustrated deck born from lived experience, healing, and the transformative power of embracing every part of ourselves.

This remarkable 79 card tarot deck was born during one of the most difficult periods of Nicky's life. As she explains, everything she believed herself to be gradually fell away, leaving her to journey through uncertainty and meet her own shadow. Rather than resisting it, she learned to accept this hidden part of herself, discovering that within the darkness lay the very light that would lead her forward. The Shadows We Cast Tarot is the artistic expression of that journey, a deck born from shadow, but illuminated by hope.

Built upon the classic Rider-Waite-Smith tarot system, the deck contains the traditional 78 cards along with a unique 79th bonus card that can be included or removed according to your personal practice. Whether you're an experienced tarot reader or just beginning your spiritual journey, this deck offers a compassionate approach to self-discovery, making it especially valuable for shadow work, healing, navigating life's challenges and uncovering truth with kindness rather than judgement.

Every card has been lovingly hand illustrated by Nicky and digitally rendered in Photoshop without the use of artificial intelligence. This dedication to craftsmanship gives the artwork an authentic, deeply personal, soulful quality. Each image feels infused with emotion, inviting readers to slow down, reflect and connect with their intuition on a profound level.

The deck transports you to a place of healing and remembrance, where every suit tells its own story. Feel the grounding wisdom of the Pentacles, the clear insight of the Swords, the passionate energy of the Wands, and the gentle emotional currents of the Cups. The Major Arcana offers bold lessons of transformation, guiding you through life's pivotal moments with grace and honesty.

What makes The Shadows We Cast Tarot truly special is its gentle voice. Rather than confronting readers with harsh truths, it encourages understanding, compassion and acceptance. It reminds us that our shadows are not something to fear but an essential part of our personal story, one that can ultimately lead us back to ourselves.

Whether used for daily guidance, meditation, journaling, or in-depth tarot readings, this beautiful deck invites you to see your life as a story unfolding. Sometimes all we need is a different perspective to rediscover our strength, remember our light, and begin weaving ourselves anew.

If you're seeking a tarot deck that offers comfort, wisdom and meaningful self-reflection, The Shadows We Cast Tarot by Nicky Ferrada is a truly extraordinary companion. It gently reminds us that even in our darkest moments, healing is possible and that the light we seek has been within us all along.

Let your shadow lovingly, gently hold and support your light.

The Cards

• 79 total cards.
• The cards measure approximately 2.75" x 4.75" (7 x 12 cm).
• The cards are printed on a sturdy 350gsm paper with a luxe semi-matte finish with a slightly silky touch that guides through your hands when shuffled.
• The edges are a matte midnight blue-purple hue.
• Borderless.

The Box

• Rigid clamshell style compact flip-box
• Silky soft semi-matte finish.
• Fits the cards and guidebook.

The Guidebook

• 101 page guide with one page description per card, including reversal keywords. Includes a few exercises and spreads.
• Cover is soft semi-matte finish with full color design.
• Interior content is black and white text.
• Booklet comes inside the box with the cards and is the same size as the cards.