Ep13 Branden Singletary - The Art of Creative Collaboration: How a Philosopher and Artist Designed a Transformative Oracle Deck

Ever wonder what happens when a deep thinker and a visual artist team up?

In this episode of Psychedelic Source, Dr. Sandra Dreisbach sits down with artist Branden Singletary to talk about their amazing project: creating the Thyrsus Oracle Deck.

Sandra, with her background in philosophy and her work in the transformational space, brought her ideas and initial sketches. Branden, an artist who sees the world in images and patterns, translated those concepts into powerful drawings.

They share the story of how they met on LinkedIn and how their shared interest in philosophy sparked this collaboration.

You'll hear about the back-and-forth process, the moments of challenge (like creating the "Choose" card with its seven facets!), and the joy of seeing concepts come to life visually.

They discuss the evolution of cards like "Trust," starting from a simple idea and growing into a layered image. Branden talks about his process, drawing by hand digitally and how he aimed to capture the feel of traditional charcoal. Sandra highlights the depth and energy in his work, noting how even simple images feel alive.

Learn about the later addition of "elemental" cards like "Rock" and "Fruit," and how these simpler images offer a different way to connect with the core ideas.

Branden shares his favorite cards, including "Goddess," "Ascend," and "Source," and reflects on the unexpected gift of collaboration. Sandra expresses her deep appreciation for Branden's artistry and the transformative experience of working together on this project.

This conversation is a beautiful look at how ideas, images, and collaboration can create something truly special.

Tune in to hear the full story and get a glimpse into the making of this powerful deck.

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