Pamela Smith(Pixie)║The Forgotten Woman of Modern Tarot

[@satanswife2546]

I seriously love it when witches talks about the origin story of tools used in their craft and or Witchcraft in general, they're always so intriguing and fun to know

[@m.m.7552]

It's so sad to me that so many tarot readers (mostly the ones who use the Rider Waite tarot) do not know *who this woman is. Thank you for making this video! You are amazing!

[@TwilightKimvideos]

I agree! I never knew about her until now and I can say one thing for sure, I’m writing her name on my copy of the deck so I never forget it! What an awesome lady!

[@m.m.7552]

@@TwilightKimvideos yes! Do It! I think it should be known as "the Waite Smith" tarot deck! I know I would not love it that much if it wasn't for her amazing art! She deserved more recognition.

[@han_on_earth]

I had no idea she lived in Cornwall! I just researched it and she is buried in a small church graveyard in Bude, about 20 minutes from me. I might visit! That's so cool to know.

[@DeeVination]

That is so awesome! You should visit.

[@syguzman5739]

Yes, visit now before the snow starts to come down. That way it will be off your to-do list ❤🌟🌺

[@JPeeee]

Hi. Have you visited the place?

[@JS-zs3zl]

Glad you’ve addressed this because I commented on your earlier Oracle/Tarot decks video when you mentioned the “Ryder-Waite deck” that people often reference Ryder & Waite, leaving out Smith entirely. She was the artist, yet often bypassed entirely, while Ryder (original publisher) continues to get referenced. She had an interesting and, at times, difficult life.

[@stanleyberg5628]

that's a interesting comment 👍

[@stanleyberg5628]

wasn't Crowley in the golden dawn ? and left

[@jessicawright6093]

I've been looking into the commemorative deck the last couple of days and reading more about her. What perfect timing for this video 😄

[@stanleyberg5628]

I'm sure synchronicity is the word for the phenomenon your experiencing.

[@PonderousProse]

I was aware of her, but I appreciate your covering her. She achieved a kind of immortality through her accomplishments. I love that. I just ordered "Pamela Coleman Smith: The Untold Story". It's a beautiful biography, and I can't wait to get it!

[@kerry93]

I can’t Believe This I have just literally picked up my Rider Waite Deck and just read the little card inside about Pamela Coleman Smith My deck is over 20 years old and I don’t remember ever reading that little card Literally not even a minute later this video Strange Spooky Amazing :)

[@xAliensful]

I love Pamela Smith's artwork; I remember first looking at tarot decks and being drawn to her art style. And thank you, I really enjoyed this history of her life.

[@margaretvalentine5957]

Interesting that now 2020 is here numerologically it’s time for the feminine. I’ve also noticed so many more flowers are here this summer than last! Love it!

[@kaliwindx7287]

Excellent video. I am an elderly woman who has known about Pamela Coleman Smith for years. Like many other artistic independent women of previous generations her contributions were largely ignored and downplayed. So glad to see that younger generations are learning about her and honoring her creations.

[@veggiestan9500]

This is a wonderful video! Her story reminds me of my own as a struggling artist who has lost a parent (luckily my mother is still alive). I have a very strong connecting to my rider-Waite-Smith deck and I’m painting canvases with the images of the cards right now. Thank you for this video ❤️

[@dreacero9116]

I had no idea! It is a shame that she didn't have any heirs who could claim the recognition for the deck that was due to her. Thank you so much for sharing this information!

[@joenysfraticelli9485]

This was amazing and so inspiring for me as a woman.

[@sweueuty]

I had no idea that Smith was a woman! Thank you so much for sharing this knowledge.

[@JazzyJ96771]

It is impossible not to remember Pamela Smith, when you first open the deck, you see a card with her face on it and some info about her and how she helped create the deck and illustrations, below the card that has the title of the deck on it.

[@crystocious6715]

I was very inspired for her first half of life! The ending may be sad, but I feel like since we can remember her name and contributions now, it makes me feel a little better about myself too. Like, even if I die penniless, I’ll remember her story and be hopeful that my contributions would also inspire generations beyond my life. Edit: I hope it came across as positive! I really needed to hear this story today because there’s going to be changes in my job and I was scared. But change always happens. Thank you Hearth! 💜 ✨

[@crystocious6715]

Also, since you can’t take your money or possessions with you, it’s not all bad to have died with debt. I mean, I have student loans. 🤷‍♀️

[@wompusslompus5424]

Really well done Hearth! Informative and engaging! Cheers to self-care :D

[@Ejcfarley]

Oh I love Pixie so much - I love the art in the RWS! Her life is so fascinating! Thanks for sharing Hearth 💓 🌈 Xxx

[@MelissaBaker.]

That was so interesting, there's a lot that I did not know about Pamela:-)

[@TheVerdantSorcerer]

Loving the witch/occult history videos. More of these would be amazing. Love all your videos. So much more informative than most of the books published these days. The effort you put into research should be an inspiration to anyone studying witch craft.

[@lionhartd138]

As an artist, taught by my mentor in traditional witchcraft to be careful using art off the internet - careful to at least credit the artist whenever possible, we simply call it the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot deck. - but I didn't know this history, or why most people just call it Rider-Waite. I thought that was just because it's easier. So thanks for that, Hearth.

[@maze3x573]

Well researched and delivered - thanks for an interesting history lesson Hearth - I wish my teachers had been this engaging! The women of that era were pioneers, I love hearing about them.

[@beatniksiren]

I would absolutely love it if you did more witchcraft history etc. I always learn so much from your amazing video essays

[@savannahanderson7737]

Loved this video/story so much Hearth, thank you 🙏💫

[@JustDiane71]

Wow! Loved this video (who am I fooling, I love all your videos, 🤣). I really enjoyed hearing the history and learning so much about Ms. Smith. She had a fascinating life. I hope somehow she got a glimpse of how important she was and her tarot artwork became in the occult, mystic, metaphysical world.

[@RainyDayAnimations]

Nice! I didn’t know she was a lesbian. She’s cool af!

[@sev8700]

Great video! Also congratulations on 50,000 subs!! 🎇

[@m.springs9519]

I love this video. Thanks for giving Smith a spotlight!! Videos like this help us honor other practioners/ancestors that came before us and help us all practice a bit more in a more knowledgeable fashion.

[@jamieshue6145]

I love the depth of the info on Pixie. I knew so little other than her name

[@anne.maxime]

Great video! Nice to see you so happy again, and talking about such an important topic! ♥

[@elinordrake7129]

Thanks for producing this one. I knew that Smith died penniless and always thought that very sad. I had read a short bit about her years ago, but it didn't mention that she'd ever lived in the U.S or the bit about Pratt. Interesting.

[@mercedes.de.losangeles]

I always learn so much from you Hearth. Thanks for bringing Pamela's story to the forefront. As usual, the men dismissed her contribution, but the artwork is the thing that stands out about this deck! By the way, I'm just starting to learn Tarot with a Waite Smith deck that is as gifted to me, so this is great timing! ❤️

[@melthoniel992]

Thank you so much for sharing this! 💜 Blessed Be.

[@satanswife2546]

Second! Oh hell yeah I love this video already the content is so interesting, love tarot deck drawings

[@santhemooncrystal796]

I printed out a version of the Waite Smith deck that you can color yourself, I watched this video while I worked on it!

[@Jaidzeka36]

I love that you do diligent research. It's a breath of fresh air.

[@K_Peck]

Thank you so much for this video. I don't think she gets as much credit as she should for her work. She was ahead of her time.

[@blackstrawb3rryapple956]

This video is a good information on the original deck an how it started. Thanks for the information I love how you keep us informed your great. Keep up the good work.🍓🍎

[@FruityShangTsung]

As an illustrator myself who just recently got interested in Tarot, Pamela is an incredibly inspiring woman, especially for artists. 💙

[@captnkyras.571]

This is such a lovely video and your story telling is so nice. Thank you for making this :) I have heard about Smith before when I researched a bit about Tarot but there was so much I did not know. I have been using her cards for over 15 years now and it was about time that this information reached me. Thanks again!

[@liminalquartz]

YAS girl! Like my 3rd question upon learning about the tarot was "Wait ... why is it called Rider Waite if neither of those are the artist??" I mean, you kind of have to say either RWS or WS so people know what you mean, Smith deck is a little too generic, but privately I always think of it as Pixie's tarot. Thanks for raising more awareness of a badass, artistic woman in the metaphysical world!

[@ravenastriel6419]

I remember her. Blessed be, Pam. Wherever you may be. Blessed be Lady Hearth. May Cerridwen smile upon you always friend. 😉 Wonder where you'd find one of Lady Smith's tarot decks.

[@cleoh666]

Love the new intro ☺

[@antoinettebaxter2871]

Thank you! I’ve always wondered who made the cards! 🧙‍♀️

[@chopin65]

An admirable history. Well done.

[@shannontesch4322]

So amazing!! I've been watching more and more of your videos and I have to say... you've been and inspiration and a huge help. Thank you Heart!

[@thecosywitch]

Hope you’re ok hearth and not burning out! X

[@colingreen8470]

Thank you. Brilliant

[@raypeanuts3185]

Considering that there are 78 cards in the deck, and that several million decks have been sold, i believe Pixie's works are by far the most widely reproduced. They leave even the Monalisa far behind. And it is said Waite even scimped on the paiment. Glad she is finally getting some recognition.

[@desertdiva9771]

Thank you so much for sharing this story. I found it fascinating.

[@manfredkrepskyz.3474]

Thank you for the good video. I don't own the Rider-Waite-Smith deck but among my decks is the also the classic and earlier Tarot de Marseille. Bought that one in Paris couple years ago. Best regards

[@theresasartwell2938]

I enjoyed that video very much. Interesting to me because I love history. Stay well and blessed be my friend. Thank you for all you do.

[@brezski594]

Loved this !!!

[@janesenkyr3125]

Love learning new things! Thank you for the video!

[@katjane1756]

Thank you for sharing so much information, in this video and all your previous ones! I have spent a little more than a week learning all I can about witchcraft so far and your channel has been an immense help. Can't wait for more content!

[@luna.lounge]

I just bought my first tarot deck (not her design but a deck inspired by her work called Dark Woods) yesterday so this video is perfect timing!

[@wolfman75]

Great Info!!! Thank You So Much Miss!!! 🌹👍😎

[@Venefica82]

This is very common with Tarot decks older than 50 years, the man who wrote it get remembered but not the woman who made the illustrations. It is the same with the Toth Tarot, most believe Crowley made them by himself but he hired a illustrator who worked for magickal instruction from him Marguerite Frieda Harris who designed and drew the cards from his descriptions of what symbolism he wanted on them.

[@Psych.o.delica]

Truly inspiring woman! thank you for sharing x x

[@butterflymagicwithhottea9291]

Great info! Liked.

[@greenchild7569]

I like your videos on the history of tools or places

[@Wolfhailstorm]

What a fantastic video!

[@joiexboud9728]

Thank you so much for this 🖤

[@pixiecut7424]

It would be cool if a movie was done about her✨

[@rillah990]

Thank you for another informative and interesting video! I've just started researching Witchcraft (it has only been a few days). I've found your channel to be a wealth of information! Just waiting for my books to come in the mail... Stay safe!

[@JOBETHSEXTONSCraftyCauldron]

I didn't know almost all of this. Thank you for the video and all of the info. This is fantastic!! I am going to share this on my FB group! Take care!

[@charlesalwyn3486]

What a great story! Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@sari6766]

Would you consider doing a video about runes like how to use them, there meanings, and maybe a bit about there history??

[@AuthorNicoleFanning]

Love your channel, so informative and I can watch it for hours!!!

[@joskeleton4479]

I swear you can read my mind!

[@hanhanmac5017]

loved this video, love a little bit of history. Sending lots of love and positivity xx

[@vkestrel3519]

Best video yet! Love it 👏

[@jaclyncamacho2420]

Great video, thank you

[@robinb1721]

That was awesome, thank you! 💜

[@chloerussell1490]

This was so interesting! Thanks for this video Hearth! ❤

[@sarahu.38]

Fascinating!!!!

[@valentinamonti573]

We have to stan a cottagecore witchy artist

[@nightmime8397]

Hello!

[@thebutterflywings7462]

I love this video. Xxx

[@ThePsychicGodfather]

Pixie had family in Brooklyn. The Mayor of Brooklyn was her Uncle.

[@legoman-ue8zs]

She reminds me of Josephine Berry In Anne with an E

[@mrkultra1655]

Thanks Hearth

[@Meadow_Rae]

How do you find a spell book that actually has real spells? Pls let me know

[@ravenastriel6419]

She was and is a wonderful woman. 😄

[@jackielopez3745]

Can you put your money shaker jar video up again🙏 please🙏

[@stargazer_5150]

I don't know if this was a known fact but she put her initials on each card in the bottom right of each card

[@thatboythaylon369]

I’ve been seeing 22 36 and 49 constantly. Anybody else?

[@aanyab7206]

can you make video about your fav decks to use....

[@pyenygren2299]

Pamela Colman Smith 🌈 🌈 🌈

[@coreysimpson2434]

I'm a male witch from Jamaica 😄😝

[@missdiction4455]

*comments to push algorithm*

[@ieashkarkaaber2128]

Jamaica 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@shy8274]

Hello

[@brittaniedavis3530]

i share a birthday with her who knew

[@juliereminiec4937]

Back in the 1800s , when a woman wanted to get published...she had to use a male name

[@CRUCIFUKKED]

damn I love u so much.

[@cluelesschild7979]

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