Believe Playing Cards
A deck of playing cards inspired by the Wayang Shadow Puppets of the Island of Java.
A deck of playing cards inspired by the Wayang Shadow Puppets of the Island of Java, created by Michael Muldoon/System 6 Magic
The detail and intricacy they used to create the puppets, without making it seem overdone, was beautiful to us. In many ways we felt that style really captured the essence of this project for us and who we are.
By Adam Wintle
Thailand • Member since March 15, 1997 • Contact
Adam has been involved in developing the site as well as reviewing new decks and conducting research. He is particularly interested in innovation, Kickstarter and East Asian cards. He is a member of the IPCS and webmaster of the EPCS.
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