Welcome to Roxannamundi, headquarters of Roxanna Bikadoroff.
I’m an internationally published, lifelong artist/illustrator who has studied and practiced Tarot for over 30 years, astrology maybe half that. These passions inform my creative expression and vice versa. I draw much inspiration from my research into myth and art of antiquity. As a Taurus Sun, Sagittarius Moon, I seek the vast, inner universe of the esoteric in order to create material beauty in the here and now. From the flowers below to the stars above, Nature is my temple and greatest guru. More about me in the ‘Bio’ page.
I was first intrigued by a Tarot deck at age 9 or 10, and am finally close(ish) to completing my own, 25 years in the making, thus far. This ‘Magnum Opus’ of hand-created, mixed media miniatures brings all my worlds together and will likely be published as a limited edition, when the time comes.
My constant muse is the mysterious Tarot de Marseille. It never ceases to offer new clues, even after thirty years. I write about my explorations, whenever time permits. [Newest articles are listed below, or simply type ‘Tarot de Marseille’ or ‘TdM’ into the blog search.] ~rb
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*Due to recent Canada Post requiring going through a third party to process all international shipments, I will now be shipping these by courier. Shipments to the US will be subject to a 35% duty. Shipments within Canada are unaffected and will be sent via post.*
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NEWS AND UPDATES
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Sep 1/25
We’re going through some changes! The website will focus on showcasing new art works and archived ‘best of’ illustration. A shop page for ready-to-wear items is in the works. Blog will remain as-is. The idea is to get more prolific and streamlined, allowing for better energy flow and viewing experience. I’ve put some paintings up for sale that I was too attached to. Have a look!
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Aug 15/25
I recently used some cards created in 1988 in a photoshoot for my Fall jewelry collection, all black and white.
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Jun 6/25
A short ‘musing’ on Urania in Gemini, looking at the feminine aspect of Uranus in Gemini at this pivotal, mental moment.
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May 27/25
New blogpost about the upcoming transit of Uranus in Gemini. What might be in store? Happy Birthday Vincent Price and Christopher Lee!
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May 6/25
Here’s a sneak peek at a side project I started this year, just to add another labour of love to my load, heh. A cheap n cheerful, black and white, divination oracle deck so I can experiment with printing/ learn the production ropes, before going whole hog into the Tarot deck (soon).
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Apr 30/25
I no longer do illustration work for hire, but I have a lot of old works that can be re-used (with permission) or framed to enjoy as artworks. Check the Illustration sections and Vintage Vault sections in the Art drop-down menu for great bargains on original art! Small and easy to mail.
Currently I have three projects in the works which I hope to complete sometime this year. Two are Tarot-related and I can’t share those yet, but the other is something more ‘pop’ and I will be posting a sneak peek soon!
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Mar 18/25
Just updated images and made a few, minor edits to a couple of past posts; The Empress, the Alembic and the Secret Fire and Strange Fish – Reflecting on The Hanged Man/Le Pendu of Tarot de Marseille
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Feb 22/25
Let us boldly go where no one has gone before, via this new post, Divine Measure – Traversing the Star card of Ancient Tarot.
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Jan 13/25
Happy New Year! Let’s start with a short post, some poetic quotes that fittingly apply to the World card. The World – Dance of Eternity
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Dec 26/24
Am on annual Solstice art-monk retreat, but between working on projects, have managed to add a couple of new pages to the Photo > Subjects and Themes section; ‘Ode’ to the Classical World and Mnemosyne’s Garden.
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Dec 8/24
When Cups Runneth Over is just a short, fun quote on drinking from Eubulus, for the holiday season…an alternate interpretation of Tarot Cups.
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Dec 2/24
This post from April 2023, The Hermit – Shedding a Little Light on the Situation, has recently been updated, but even though I changed the date to today, it isn’t moving up. Well, that’s Mercury Rx for you! I have also added important info too (and corrected!) recent posts on Le Mat, La Force and Le Pendu. To quickly access all esoteric Tarot de Marseille history articles, simply type ‘TdM’ or ‘Tarot de Marseille’ into the blog search. For ALL Tarot mentions, just search ‘Tarot.’
A Mercury Rx in Sagittarius disclaimer: While I do research my theories for back-up, they are musings based on riddled, hieroglyphic imagery, interpreted through a syncretic, seeking, artist’s eye. I do not claim to know ‘THE TRUTH’ about anything.
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Oct 6/24
It’s almost spook season, so grab a cup of pumpkin spice for this new post concerning that dread-beautiful, human pendulum, Strange Fish: Reflecting on The Hanged Man/Le Pendu of TdM
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Aug 16/24
La Force/Strength, TdM’s Enigmatic Strongwoman of the Threshold, has many stories to tell, but she’s being silent about it. Put the kettle on for this one!
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Apr 24/24
Here’s a short but intriguing new post, A Book by it’s Cover – ‘New’ Insight on the Popess of Tarot de Marseille.
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Apr 14/24
Fit for the season, new article on The FOOL/Le MAT, ‘Jolly Green Giant’ of Tarot de Marseille. Read on, to find out why I would call him that!
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Mar 25/24
I have a new section in the Art menu, called Vintage Vault, with themed sub-sections, where classic RB illustrations, including New Yorker commissions (published and not) are available for purchase. New pieces added regularly.
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Mar 15/24
New post: The Empress and the Alembic looks at 3-3-3, The Empress, Hanged Man and World cards. Advice for upcoming Venus-Saturn conjunction Mar 21!
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Feb 27/24
In ART news, I’ve decided to lift copyright on this 1992 ‘Empowered Eve’ illustration, under certain conditions. Please read the details here:
‘I Will Choose’ Empowered Eve free to use for non-profit
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Feb 18/24
Just in time for Pisces season, this new post, Disrobing the Papal Couple of Tarot de Marseille explores the duplicitous nature of their cryptic imagery.
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Jan 27/24
Let’s go down to see The Juggler/Bateleur of Tarot de Marseille and watch him perform the biggest trick of all! A short but very informative read.
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Jan 21/24
In honour of Sun and Pluto entering Aquarius, here’s a new blogpost that muses on Death and the Moon in Tarot de Marseille.
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Jan 7/24
Happy New Year! Here’s a new, historical, Tarot blogpost some Egyptophiles might enjoy, an introduction to ‘Horapollo and the Hieroglyphic Mysteries of Tarot de Marseille’.
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March 7/21
Recently, editor/publisher of the Journal of Wild Culture, Whitney Smith interviewed me about my work. JWC is a great online publication, lots of interesting articles.
https://wildculture.com/article/roxanna-bikadoroff-spirit-art-through-female-lens/1907
Reviews
This a brilliant website Roxanna. It has me spellbound and in awe.
Congratulations , it really showcases the depth of your knowledge
and your your skills as an artist. I really think this will catapult you to the stars and give you all the rewards you so richly deserve.
Much love , Lynn Harpell
I love your work, reminds me of Carrington’s visionary art. I truly miss working with you, was such a joy, a privilege for sure. Love you and what you create. Patrick
Featured image is [a detail of] a channeled ‘portrait’ of the fixed star Alkaid Benetnasch, in the Ursa Major constellation. ©Roxanna Bikadoroff 2015