The Eclipsed Oracle Deck — Product, Packaging, & Content Design

I created, designed, and produced Eclipsed Oracle, a 54-card oracle deck inspired by surrealist collage, celestial symbolism, and incorporating modern, culturally relevant affirmations. This was a self-initiated project where I handled the full process — from concept development and illustration, to typography, packaging design, production, and art direction of the launch imagery. The limited edition deck was sold through my Spellsisters shop and shipped to customers worldwide.

Creator, Illustrator, Designer, Writer

Project Overview

The Eclipsed Oracle Deck is an original oracle deck I created, illustrated, and self-published through my brand Spellsisters.

The project included product design, packaging, illustration, image sourcing, content writing, and e-commerce experience — from concept through production and launch. The deck was created to offer an accessible, intuitive tool for reflection and ritual, blending cosmic imagery and rich symbolism grounded in abstraction.

Process & Approach

I have always been fascinated by eclipses and other astronomical and astrological events that feel like phenomena due to their rarity. I was inspired to research historical occurrences of the celestial event and the large effects they have often had on humanity, from ending wars to changing religious and cultural norms.

The deck’s visual identity draws inspiration from those historically significant eclipses, incorporating celestial imagery, vintage ephemera, and botanical symbolism, with a focus on unique and bold, modern design.

I approached the project holistically — designing both the physical experience of the deck (touch and visual experience, packaging look and feel, card-to-card flow) and the editorial experience (writing, tone, content, followed by the intensive design and layout of the guidebook).

My Role

  • Concept & Content Development — I conceptualized and authored all card meanings and guide content, incorporating astrology, astronomy, and intuitive affirmations

  • Illustration & Pattern Design — I created all mixed media, collage-based artwork, and designed the cards. This work deeply showcases my aesthetic, incorporating vintage, public domain imagery with modern digital style

  • Packaging Design — I completed the design of the box inside and out, including layout, print setup, and typography

  • Production Management — I researched product sources, managed pre-press print production, and vendor coordination

  • E-Commerce — I designed and built the entire online sales experience, which inspired me to create a full shop website to showcase other work, as well

  • Marketing & Launch — I created all marketing materials, social content, and art direction, and collaborated with local photographer Rachel Schewbach on product photography

Outcome

  • An original 54-card oracle deck created, produced, and sold through my brand, Spellsisters

  • Listed online through direct e-commerce and sold in select indie shops

  • Positive community response. The Eclipsed deck is well-loved for its bold visual language, accessibility, and intuitive insight

  • Sold out during the pre-order phase

  • Extended the Spellsisters brand into the product & publishing space

Credits

Product Photography by Rachel Schwebach