Diving into the Tarot Tableau: Read Cohesively in Every Context
Session 1: Understand the Tableau
Presented by Maria Alvíz Hernando
During this three-part intensive with tarot reader and teacher María Alviz Hernando, you will be fascinated by the versatility of the Nine Card Tableau, learn techniques to accurately extract information from your readings at all times and in every context and gain confidence in your reading skills, even in general readings!
Diving into the Tarot Tableau: Read Cohesively in Every Context
Session 2: Adapt the Tableau
Presented by Maria Alvíz Hernando
Once that you are familiar with the spread, it’s time to adapt it to your reading needs! You will learn how to glean advice and prediction from the cards, and how to adapt the layout that you know to fit the specifics of your question. You will learn the keys of timing with this reading system and practice reading for a partner.
Diving into the Tarot Tableau: Read Cohesively in Every Context
Session 3: Extend the Tableau
Presented by Maria Alvíz Hernando
Meet the Nine Card Tableau’s big sister: The 5×5 Tableau. Learn to tackle a large spread with ease and incorporate new techniques to go deeper in your interpretations and aim for longer periods of time in your readings. In this session, you will practice reading a 5×5 in groups and have the opportunity to apply what you’ve learned and ask questions.
For this session you will need a tarot deck (I advise bringing a mini-deck if you have one, so you can comfortably lay the 5×5 Tableau). You will be given a handout, but you can bring material to take notes if you wish.
The Major Arcana with Madam Adam
Presented by Madam Adam
Join Madam Adam for a modern take on the major arcana of tarot, the life journey they symbolize, and how they influence the minor arcana.
The Art of Reading Lip Prints
The Art of Reading Lip Prints Session 1
Presented by Amy Forman
Lip print reading is a fascinating and emerging field of energy analysis that can reveal a lot about a person’s personality, mood, and well-being. It is based on the idea that the shape, size, and color of the lips reflect the inner state of the individual.
This is part 1 of a 2 part series.
The Art of Reading Lip Prints
The Art of Reading Lip Prints Session 2
Presented by Amy Forman
Lip print reading is a fascinating and emerging field of energy analysis that can reveal a lot about a person’s personality, mood, and well-being. It is based on the idea that the shape, size, and color of the lips reflect the inner state of the individual.
This is part 2 of a 2 part series.
Crystal Breath Movement
Presented by Mercedes Vasquez
The Crystal Breath Movement w/Caliente is a workshop that will take you through a combination of movements that will help express and release any pent-up or unexplored emotions, followed by a unique breathwork technique that will awaken and deepen your awareness and love within and culminating with a healing crystal meditation that will leave you feeling grounded and rejuvenated.
Oracular Intentions Sound Bath Meditation
Presented by Jenny Stafford
This deeply relaxing and centering experience blends divination with a meditative sound journey, a unique opportunity to come together to explore and manifest clear intentions for our experience at StaarCon 2023!
Opening Ceremony
Presented by Christiana Gaudet
Join Christiana for the opening ceremony for StaarCon 2024! We will gather together as a community to create sacred space, set intentions, and perform divinations for our weekend ahead.
Step Into the Circle: Tarot Movement and Magic
Presented by Christiana Gaudet
Christiana will lead us in a hands-and-feet-on exploration of the tarot images as energetic partners in our journey through life. Bring drums, clapping hands, stomping feet, singing voices, and a desire to make magic for the weekend and for your life.
Astrology for Beginners
Lisa Adams – Part 1
Presented by Lisa Adams
Learn some astrology basics in this three-session intensive.
Astrology is an ancient language of symbols and meaning that provide a framework of understanding life’s magic and difficulties. It’s a tool of evolution.
Astrology for Beginners
Lisa Adams – Part 2
Presented by Lisa Adams
Session detail coming soon!
Astrology for Beginners
Lisa Adams – Part 3
Presented by Lisa Adams
Session details coming soon!
Tarot Plus! Divination Combos
Session 1 – Cards and Stars
Presented by Mary Ellen Collins
Whether you know nothing about astrology, or you’ve been a pro for years, the first session will help you focus on a few simple astrology tools to personalize your tarot readings.
Tarot Plus! Divination Combos
Session 2 – Cards and Charms
Presented by Mary Ellen Collins
In the second session we will learn charm-casting. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is. Then of course, we will combine the charms with a tarot reading!
Tarot Plus! Divination Combos
Session 3 – Cards and Crystals
Presented by Mary Ellen Collins
This session will teach the basics of lithomancy (reading crystals) and several methods to combine crystal divination with cartomancy.
Discovering Your Totem Animals: A View from an Indigenous Perspective
Presented by Beth Conklin
This workshop will give you an opportunity to look at your life and see who your animal guides are, and how they have helped you. You’ll also discover where they are leading you, and how to listen for their guidance.
E Pluribus Unum: How to Create a Rich Story by Combining Divination Systems
Presented by Erika Robinson
There is more to divination than listing sets of keywords. Learn how to combine divination systems respectfully by allowing each oracle to have its say in the conversation according to its own language.
Situational Divination, or What I Learned from Scott Cunningham
Presented by Christine Cunningham Ashworth
You’ve read the books. You do the work, and you’re confident in your divination abilities. But when you’re caught off-guard, and your usual references are out of reach, what do you do? Come learn how Christine Cunningham Ashworth took what she learned from her brother Scott, among others, and made it work – her way. Learn how to trust your studied knowledge and apply your skills when you’re on your own.
Tarot Prescriptions: Esoteric Correspondences as Healing Metaphors
Presented by T. Susan Chang
The tarot deck, taken as a whole, represents the individual and each card some parrt of us; the 9 of Swords our despair, the 3 of Pentacles our productivity, etc. etc. The tarot deck is also alive with traditional correspondences – elements, numbers, zodiacal and planetary associations.
An Overview of Occult Influences in the Tarot
Presented by Benebell Wen
This is a nuts and bolts foundational primer on the advent of occult tarot, who the key players were, and how esotericism popularized during 18th century France continues to influence occultism in tarot today. We’ll be covering the implications of esoteric teachings hidden in plain sight and the five key influences in occult tarot architecture: Hermeticism, Pythagorean mysticism, Hellenistic Astrology, Renaissance Alchemy, and the Kabbalah. We’ll then explore how these five influences converge through the lenses of Gnosticism, Rosicrucianism, and Freemasonry, lending themselves to the esoteric tarot designs of modern history.
Thematic Tarot: Spinning New Stories
Presented by Stacey Williams-Ng
The tarot has been re-interpreted hundreds of times in order to provide new and increasingly unique ways for readers to connect with its imagery. In this presentation, award-winning card designer Stacey Williams-Ng walks us through her process in creating an entirely unique tarot.
Let’s Make a Gris-Gris Bag!
Presented by Kristen Barnes
What are Gris-Gris Bags? How are they used? In fact, how is “Gris-Gris” even pronounced? Unveil the mysteries of this powerful spiritual amulet in a hands-on class with Mam’zelle Kamille. Join us to create your own Gris-Gris Bag while immersing yourself in the colorful history, traditional practices, and empowering personal blessings of this New Orleans spiritual staple.
Bardic Circle
Presented by Christine Leiser
Join your host, Christine Leiser, in the Bardic Circle. Bring a story, poem, skit, game, song, or dance to share with the group.
Past Life Regression & Visit to the Interlife
Presented by Michelle Barrie
Join Michelle Barrie as she takes you on a transformative exploration through a Past Life Regression and Interlife experience, delving into the depths of your soul’s history. Michelle will guide you on a journey through the Hallway of Mirrors to meet the many versions of you, and then you’ll visit the Interlife, where your Soul goes between lives. This immersive journey is designed to help you uncover the profound connections and patterns influencing your present life. Gain insights into issues, unexplained fears, and attractions to help bring clarity, understanding, and healing to your current life.
The 4s of Tarot
Presented by Marion Kirk
In this fascinating presentation, Marion will walk you through the 4s in the tarot and show how each of them shows up in helping us to navigate and gain understanding in times of loss and grief.
An Introduction to Ideas on Tarot Deck Themes and Design Ideas
Presented by Dame Darcy
Designers Pleasant and Dame Darcy discuss our journey in Tarot deck design and the things we considered and encountered when creating our series of highly popular Tarot decks.
How to Win at Life: Gamifying Spiritual Growth
Presented by Dionne C. Monsanto
How to Win at Life: Gamifying Spiritual Growth” revolutionizes the perspective on work and play, challenging the belief that all four-letter words are negative. This interactive master class harmoniously integrates work and play in personal development.
House of Cards
Presented by Bonnie Isham Willis
In this session, you will perform a tarot spread using the twelve houses of the zodiac. This strengthens your skills as a tarot reader and as an astrologer.
Dancing with the Fae: Unveiling Legends and Weaving Magick
Presented by Jen Sankey
Join me on this enchanting journey through the ages as we explore the captivating world of the Fae! We will delve into the rich tapestry of Fae legends and lore. I will offer practical insights on incorporating their magick into your daily practice.
Holistic Healing, Complimentary Alternative Modalities and Wellness
Presented by Dr. Barbara Ann Wilmes
Feeling blocked? You may need to unblock and redirect your energy flow!
Learn about the Universal energy field, the human energy field and how holistic interventions can balance body (physiological), mind (psychological) and spirit (metaphysical/spiritual) to correct the flow of energy, facilitate healing and achieve improved health.
The Minor Arcana with Madam Adam
Presented by Madam Adam
Join Madam Adam for a practical and modern take on the minor arcana of tarot. Learn how to get to the practical, base meaning of a card with confidence.
A Message in the Stars
Presented by Peter Coe
Learn about the Pleiades, and perform a new tarot spread inspired by this unique star cluster.
The Pleiades layout will offer a solution to your question.
Lights! Camera! Tarot!
Presented by Erich Landstrom
Let’s play a game together. Join Erich for some tarot fun.
If you know movies and tarot, you might win the game.
Cocktails With Arwen
Presented by Arwen Lynch-Poe
Come join Arwen for cocktails! No, there will not be alcohol, but you are welcome to indulge later in the bar if you so choose.
Have you dreamt of writing that book? Maybe not the NGAN (Next Great American Novel), but the kind of story YOU want to read? Bring your cards, your notebook, and a pen (unless you possess an eidetic memory) to learn at least one new way of meeting your characters.
Moon Magic: Using Astrology, Tarot, and Crystals to Manifest Your Heart’s Desires
Presented by Karen Winkel
In this class, we’ll start with general concepts of manifesting, then move on to using the moon’s phases and astrological signs to generate power and focus toward your specific manifestations.
Tarot For Yourself When You Feel Like Crap
Presented by Amie Emberharte
How can the cards help you during difficult times? Join Amie for an open discussion about using the cards to help us when times are tough.
An Open Channel: How Actor Warm-Ups Can Improve Your Readings
Presented by Kate Mura
Can it take some time for you to really get into the flow of readings?
Do you sometimes find it challenging to let querent’s energies go and find them sticking to you? If so, then this is a class for you.
Tarot Reversals – Are They Necessary?
Presented by Catiara Marie
In this workshop, Catiara will teach you a few different methods of reading reversed cards. She will explain her beliefs and philosophies surrounding reversed cards.
Bringing Light into the Dark Arts
Presented by Lara van Zuydam
In this class, we will penetrate the glamour of the so-called left-hand magical path and unpack – at a granular level – some of the implications of and risks associated with consciously choosing to work with black magic (whether through divination, vision work, astrology, or ritual) within the current human epoch.
Madness of the Thoth Tarot: Tools for Deeper Divination
Presented by Joe Monteleone
Can you feel the heat? The Thoth deck is spicy (to say the least). This class will offer you tools to begin reading one of the most complex tarot traditions.
Reading Tarot in Layers
Presented by Mitchell Osborn
Join Mitchell, your ‘tarot coach,’ in this practical and fun workshop to improve your reading skills. You will break down your ‘reading senses,’ if you will, in layers, practice one layer at a time, and then reconstruct them. This practice can enhance any reader’s ability to give a more comprehensive, deeper, and thorough reading. Bring a tarot deck and something to log your notes and findings. And get ready to have fun.
Panel Discussion: Creativity, Magick, and Divination
Presented by Nancy Hendrickson, Stacey Williams-Ng, Erika Robinson & Larie Trenkelbach
Creation and magick are closely intertwined. A basic definition of magick is when it is performed to convey a specific desire and produce results using techniques that employ the supernatural, forces of nature, or a connection to Spirit. It’s essentially built on intention. Just as a writer, magician, witch, or spellcaster uses intention, focus, and rituals; the creative does the same in a form of ‘art’ magick. This magick speaks to our innate nature as makers and creatives. Creating is a powerful way to lead to discovery, creativity, healing, and spiritual connection.
Meet Your Guardian Angel or Spirit Guide
Presented by Connie Wong
Join us for the exciting opportunity to meet your Guardian Angel or Spirit Guide!
The Grid with Madam Adam
Presented by Madam Adam
Join Madam Adam as they break down “The Grid”, Madam Adam’s formula for understanding any tarot card in a practical, modern and efficient way. Learn to find a base meaning for the cards to leave more room for intuition.
How to Successfully Run an Online Tarot Business
Presented by Emilie Muñiz
Details of the session will be available soon.
Explore Your Akashic Records and Learn Your Purpose in Life
Presented by Tess Tetrault
Join Tess Tetrault for a journey of discovery and healing, where you will learn to read your Akashic records. Your Akashic records are a non-local catalog of all the emotions and experiences your soul has ever had. Your records represent the lifetime chronicles of your eternal being.
Tarot as Entertainment: Parties, Live Events, & Working with Agents
Presented by Amy Forman
Most people believe that a career as a tarot reader looks like a full calendar of private one-on-one readings with some online content to educate seekers and drive business traffic.
This is a fantastic way to set up shop but listen up! Professional tarot readers can significantly increase their earning potential by offering tarot parties and live-event services.
Closing Ceremony
Presented by Christiana Gaudet
Christiana leads the conference in the closing ceremony. Join us in a moment of appreciation and affirmation, as we share our joy of tarot, art, divination and community.
Transform Yourself Inside and Out with Glam Magic
Presented by Teri Salomoni
Glam magic sheds your inhibitions and insecurities. Become the person you always desired you could be.
I will teach you ceremonies and rituals that will transform you into a confident, sensual goddess.
With potions and herbs, I will teach you how to attract others. With tarot, we can learn what is holding you back from the life you are capable of creating and how to live a life full of magic.
The Petit Tableau: Expanded Spread
Presented by Michelle Barrie
Welcome to “The Petite Tableau: Expanded Spread,” a captivating Lenormand workshop that will help enhance your divination skills. This simple technique was born from the desire to unravel the mysteries of what lies ahead during a reading without having to shuffle and recast the cards.
Famous Foursomes: A Celebration of the Elements!
Presented by Frank Kwiatkowski
The four classic elements are literally everywhere. Both the physical world of nature and the inner world of the psyche are comprised – at the essential level – of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth. Perhaps it’s no surprise, then, that we would find the elements throughout popular culture as well!
Celestial Synergy: Navigating Life’s Path with Astrology and Tarot Harmony
Presented by Tikashi Denour Lacoste
Embark on a transformative journey with our unique class that seamlessly blends astrology and tarot, unlocking the cosmic mysteries of your life.
The Psychic Art of Reading Photos
Presented by Brenda Elizabeth
Learn to use your psychic senses to read photos. Bring your favorite divination deck as we will practice a variety of methods, including using cartomancy and mediumship.
Journey of Cards: Exploring Divination and Self-Discovery
Presented by Lisa Hull
In this captivating journey, we will dive into the enchanting world of oracle card readings. Together, we will explore the unique symbolism, intuitive wisdom, and transformative power that oracle cards offer.
Reading Lenormand Pairs
Presented by Brenda Elizabeth
A fun and fast paced workshop. We will practice reading Lenormand two card spreads. NO Lenormand experience or deck required!
The Modern Fool: How Artificial Intelligence is Paving the Way for a New Era of Spiritual Awakening
Presented by Stephanie Cecchini
Once upon a time, in a town nearby, lived a group of tarot card readers who were renowned for their accuracy and intuition. They had practiced their craft for many years and were highly respected community members. One day, a new tarot reader arrived in town, bringing with her a cutting-edge A.I. system designed to enhance the reading experience.
Kabbalistic Tarot: The Five Worlds Reading
Presented by Mark Horn
In the Jewish mystical tradition of Kabbalah, it is taught that the universe was created in 5 stages, or worlds. And that because Creation is an ongoing event, not only do we always have access to these different worlds—it’s our responsibility to participate in this ongoing Creation. These different worlds correspond to the Kabbalistic Tree of Life and the teaching that everyone’s soul has five levels—and of course they also correspond in tarot’s four suits of the Minor Arcana plus the Major Arcana.
Tarot: Hope for Broken Hearts
Presented by Christiana Gaudet
We all know that many tarot consultations are about romantic relationships. Very often, what the cards show us about those relationships is not a pretty picture.
2024 VIII Strength – The Power of Centeredness
Presented by Katrina Wynne, M. A.
As most Tarot folks know, Key VIII can be represented by either the Strength/Lust card or Justice/Balance/Adjustment, which will not only be explained, but touch you in a much deeper way as I share my 50+ years’ experience with these image exemplars.
Tarot On (and Off) Stage
Presented by Rebecca Hart
How does a performer and writer who is also a lifelong tarot enthusiast create and perform a solo theatre piece? We will find out in this exciting session! In an interview with Mary Ellen Collins, Rebecca will share her story and her insights.
Oracles, Vibrational Frequencies, and the Art of Manifesting
Presented by Hattie Parker & Nanette Saylor
In this interactive workshop, you will be guided to bring new insights to bear on the concept that we create our own reality.
Si Habla Español – Learning how to divine with the La Baraja Española aka the Spanish Playing Cards
Presented by Ms. Angelique Luna
Cartomancy is a form of divination. Most think of traditional playing cards, tarot cards, Lenormand, and oracle cards. How about the La Baraja Española that has existed since the 15th century!
La Baraja Española is deeply embedded in Latin American culture and is commonly used by curanderos (Shamans) and brujos (Witches) in their practices.
I will be discussing the history of the cards, their meaning, and how they compare them to the other cartomancy divination.
Nature & Gnosis: How Nature Can Inform Your Tarot Practice
Presented by Camlyn Medicinesnake
A description of this session is coming soon.
Tarot, Scent, and Psyche: Creating Magical Potions, Using Tarot Correspondences, Symbols, and Elemental Energies, in Conjunction with the Plant Kingdom
Presented by Ailynn Halvorson
The power of the tarot is unsurmountable when you call in the energies of the plant kingdom as an ally. As we work with the tarot, we can create magical potions and teas by connecting plant energies with the tarot symbols, correspondences and the elemental energies that flow through the cards. In this class we will learn how to connect the plants with the cards. I will demonstrate how to create a planetary oil based off of a chosen tarot card’s energies.
The A and I of It All: Using Tarot to Assimilate and Implement Large Amounts of Information
Presented by Amber Highland
This workshop is designed to educate participants on utilizing tarot cards to process and manage large volumes of information.