I was just lounging between worlds when she saw me—next thing I know, I’m the muse of an entire oracle deck.
— Drupa de Mau, Winged Oracle Cat
The Whisper That Sparked It All
It began with a whisper: “Drupa de Mau.” During a quiet meditation, an image appeared—a winged Egyptian Mau cat, suspended between earth and sky. I sketched him instantly, unaware that this single painting would become the seed for an entire oracle deck—a journey of symbols, stories, and intuition. These cards were born during a year of deep personal exploration and healing. I spent that time writing poetry, processing experiences, and discovering new ways to connect with my inner world. From that space, the deck began to bloom—each card reflecting growth, insight, and quiet magic. Hand-painted, some digitally refined, each card blends whimsy with deep symbolism. Soft pastels guide you through the deck: blues for Celestial Tides, greens for Vital Essence, purples for Inner Forge, and ambers for Sacred Thresholds. Mini-stories emerged as I painted—moments of reflection and guidance shaped by my journey through shadow and light. With a Master’s in Psychology, and as both poet and artist, I created this deck to feel alive. It’s more than cards—it’s a doorway to intuition, a playful companion through reflection, growth, and discovery.
When Reflection Found Form
In moments of stillness, healing found its way into form. Through the quiet act of painting, each brushstroke became a conversation with intuition, emotion, and reflection. What began as thought and feeling gradually took shape as art — a visual language for growth and insight.
A quiet reflection, captured in every stroke.
The Heart of the Deck
Every deck has a heartbeat, and this one began with a whisper.
The Heart of Matter: The Orion Gateway Oracle exists to bridge psychology and spiritual insight, offering a path for reflection, growth, and inner guidance. Each card carries a “Heart of Matter” insight — a psychological perspective paired with symbolic imagery — inviting transformation and connection with your intuition.
Inspired by the constellation Orion and ancient archetypes, the deck encourages exploration of patterns, uncovering hidden truths, and deepening self-understanding. Whether seeking clarity, healing, or creative inspiration, each card becomes a doorway to conscious growth — and perhaps, a little magic from Drupa himself.
The Quartet of Realms
Within The Heart of Matter live four realms—currents of consciousness that shape the journey of the soul. Each realm carries its own rhythm, color, and wisdom, yet together they move as one harmonious whole.
Celestial Tides drifts through intuition and the vast flow of cosmic guidance.
Vital Essence grounds the spirit, nurturing life’s gentle renewal.
Inner Forge burns bright in transformation, shadow work, and inner strength.
Sacred Thresholds opens the gates of transition, insight, and luminous rebirth.
These realms weave through every card, every story, every reflection within the deck.
Now, drift through the gallery below. Don’t rush… I, Drupa de Mau, recommend a slow slide—let the images whisper before the mind begins its questions.
Stories Within the Stars
The four suits of The Heart of Matter each hold their own rhythm—yet together, they form constellations of meaning. This video offers a glimpse into those celestial patterns, where symbols and stories begin to intertwine.
Every card in The Heart of Matter: The Orion Gateway Oracle carries its own message—yet some whisper across the constellations. These are the Story Sets: 11 small constellations of meaning that trace your journey through initiation, flow, shadow, and renewal. Each set includes four cards—one from every suit—woven into a symbolic arc. When multiple cards from the same set appear in a reading, it means that story is active in your life, mirroring the cycles and mythic patterns unfolding beneath the surface. Two Ways to Read the Stars: • Fixed Story Order – Follow the cards in sequence and watch the story unfold. • Mirror Reading – Read the story in reverse to reveal closure, release, or hidden insight. These sets offer structure without confinement—a living web of transformation. They emerged naturally as I painted, each one reflecting a passage of my own healing and awakening.
The Path Drawn
With a Master’s in Psychology and a lifelong love of poetry, I’ve spent years exploring the intersections of mind, spirit, and creative expression. Writing poetry was my companion through healing, a way to process, reflect, and make sense of my own experiences. Then came a moment of profound insight—a massive download that opened a new doorway. From that place of clarity and reflection, I began to draw the cards. Each brushstroke, each symbol, became a step along my own path of recovery and growth. The deck isn’t just art—it’s a living map of transformation. Drawing, painting, and connecting with these cards carried me through cycles of shadow and light, ultimately guiding me toward a deeper sense of presence, understanding, and inner illumination.
A glimpse behind the brush — how healing became creation.
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Explore the offerings that guide reflection, spark creativity, and connect you to intuition. From mystical art to written wisdom, each piece is designed to inspire your journey.
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The Heart of Matter: The Orion Gateway Oracle
The Heart of Matter: The Orion Gateway Oracle is an inclusive, symbolic deck bridging matter and spirit, blending Greek and Egyptian mythology, psychology, and intuitive guidance. Each card invites reflection, contemplation, and self-exploration, helping you notice patterns, spark intuition, and navigate transitions with awareness.
Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners, the deck encourages curiosity, personal insight, and mindful reflection. With symbolic imagery, mini-story sets, and prompts, it can be used for journaling, meditation, or gentle guidance. This deck is a companion for exploring the intersection of intention, imagination, and inner wisdom, offering inspiration and guidance on your journey.
Before the Ash Falls
Before the Ash Falls is a poetry collection that embraces endings, honors transformation, and finds quiet strength in what remains. Through vivid imagery, reflective verse, and original illustrations by Amy Csordas, it explores love, loss, and renewal, inviting readers to pause, reflect, and find meaning in moments of change.
Accompanied by thoughtful prompts, the collection encourages personal reflection and inner discovery. Each poem lingers like embers in the night, lighting a path from what has been to what is yet to come. Before the Ash Falls is a companion for healing, transformation, and the quiet strength found in endings.
After the Ash Settles
After the Ash Settles is a compassionate guide for anyone navigating trauma, grief, and healing. Blending poetry, meditations, and reflective practices, it invites readers to soften after hardship, reconnect with themselves, and rediscover possibility.
Structured in three parts—The Smoke Clears, Sifting Through the Ruins, and A New Dawn—it offers gentle tools drawn from mindfulness, breathwork, narrative therapy, and strengths-based reflection.
After the Ash Settles is a supportive companion for survivors, therapists, and anyone aiding others, reminding us that quiet strength is found in learning to soften after everything hard.