You already know I have a soft spot for anything winter — being born in the season gives it a special pull in my soul. Seasons of the Witch: Winter Tarot feels like it was made for that exact energy.

Created by Lorraine Anderson and beautifully illustrated by Tijana Lukovic, this tarot deck brings the magic, stillness, and introspection of winter into the tarot realm. It’s part of the beloved Seasons of the Witch series — but it stands on its own as a fully realized winter experience.

Unboxing & Flipthrough

My First Impressions

From the moment I opened this deck, it gave me quiet power.

There’s a calm, reflective presence to it — like snowfall you can hear before you see. As someone born in winter, this felt like a perfect match energetically. I immediately felt at home with the cards.

The Artwork

The artwork is rich, evocative, and deeply thematic.

SOTW Winter Tarot uses illustrations that bring winter’s atmosphere to tarot archetypes in a fresh, seasonal way.

The deck is illustrated by Tijana Lukovic, whose work blends folklore, nature, mythology, and seasonal magic into every image.

You’ll see wintry landscapes, snowy figures, frosty potions, seasonal creatures, and ritual imagery woven into the tarot structure, reimagining the traditional system through the lens of Yule and Imbolc.

The art feels soft yet meaningful, inviting reflection rather than forcing interpretation.

Box, Card Size and Finish

The cards have a semi-smooth finish, which keeps the artwork soft and easy to look at. The edges are gilded in blue, adding a subtle, elegant touch.

The deck comes in a rigid top-and-bottom box, which feels sturdy and protective.

That said, because of the semi-smooth texture, you still want to handle the cards carefully.

Guidebook 

This deck includes a 208‑page guidebook, which goes far beyond basic meanings. It explores:

✔ Seasonal themes tied to winter sabbats like Yule and Imbolc
✔ Interpretations of each card’s imagery
✔ Ritual practices and reflective prompts
✔ The deeper relationship between tarot archetypes and seasonal energy

The guidebook also includes insights into how winter’s rhythms — rest, renewal, reflection — can inform your tarot practice.

How the Deck Works

While this is a traditional 78‑card tarot deck, the reading experience is shaped by its seasonal concept:

✔ Use it like any tarot deck with spreads and pulls
✔ Let winter themes guide your interpretation
✔ Bring in reflection and ritual when working with the cards
✔ Pair the deck with meditation, journaling, or quiet seasonal practice

Because of its thematic focus, it works especially well for readings that explore:

• Shadow and inner transformation
• Cycles of endings and new beginnings
• Emotional stillness and clarity
• Seasonal intentions

And one of the things that really makes this deck stand out is how the card titles were thoughtfully reimagined to reflect winter symbolism and seasonal language:

• Each card has “Winter” in its name — for example:
  ✓ The Winter Fool (instead of just The Fool)
  ✓ Eight of Winter Wands
  ✓ Two of Winter Cups
  ✓ Ten of Winter Swords
• Major Arcana titles are also adapted:
  ✦ Judgement becomes Self‑Reflection
  ✦ Justice becomes Winter Consequences
• Court cards are renamed with creative, thematic titles:
  ✦ Initiate of Winter Swords (Page of Swords)
  ✦ Apprentice (Knight)
  ✦ Artisan (Queen)
  ✦ Master (King)

These changes deepen the seasonal narrative and help you connect with the deck on a mood and energy level, not just a classical tarot one.

Reading Style & Themes

This deck emphasizes:

✔ Rest, reflection, and inner wisdom
✔ Emotional depth and stillness
✔ Cycles of transformation
✔ Ritual and quiet intention

It doesn’t rush you through meaning. Instead, each reading unfolds at a thoughtful pace.

Who It’s For

This deck is ideal for anyone who:

✔ Feels connected to winter or seasonal tarot
✔ Enjoys thematic and introspective decks
✔ Loves tarot that blends imagery with ritual
✔ Is comfortable reading intuitively and reflectively
✔ Wants a deck that feels comforting but powerful

It works for both beginners and experienced readers, especially those drawn to contemplative or spiritual practice.

My Honest Thoughts

I genuinely love this deck — not just because of the season it represents, but because the energy feels intentionally crafted from start to finish.

It’s not loud, flashy, or fast. It’s quiet, deep, and meaningful.

As someone born in winter, this deck instantly resonated with me. It feels like home energy — calm, introspective, and quietly strong.

That said, it may take a little while to get used to the new card title naming — like Judgement as Self‑Reflection, Initiate of Winter Swords as Page of Swords, etc. Once you settle in, though, it really enhances the seasonal narrative and the overall reading experience.

If you’re looking for a deck that helps you slow down, reflect, and honor your inner rhythms, this one is a beautiful companion.

Where to Find the Deck & Creator Info

✦ Deck Creator: Lorriane Anderson

✦ Artist / Illustrator: Tijana Lukovic 

✦ Publisher: Rockpool Publishing

✦ Publication Date: October 14, 2025

✦ Where to Get the Deck: Amazon | Rockpool Publishing