Welcome to Pamela Matthews and Grail Graphics
Angels, Goddesses, Tarot, Archangels, Soul Mates, Ascended Masters, Spirituality, Unicorns, Mermaids, Divine and Sacred imagery – the Visionary Art * of Pamela Matthews encompasses all of the above!
After experiencing an epiphany while walking alone on a beach more than 40 years ago, Pamela paints spiritual, sacred and visionary images which are widely reproduced and may be found in ashrams, retreats, yoga, meditation & healing centres as well as private homes all around the world.
* What is now commonly known as “Visionary Art” is actually one of three forms of surrealism, a term coined a century ago by the art poet Apollinaire and is from the French “surrealiste”, meaning above, or on top of, reality. Visionary Surrealism often illustrates religious or spiritual transformation, and is usually positive, even optimistic: to ‘delight and enlighten’.
Pamela has always adopted an eclectic approach to religion: sales record show that her best-selling image “The Living Christ” is evidently admired not only by Christians but by those practising a wide diversity of worship and faith.
The Goddesses-of-the-New-Light divination card pack remains in strong demand, and the deck of Tarot cards commissioned by the UK-based international Aura-Soma organisation recently went to a fourth printing. The deck is both traditional and contemporary: it is dynamic and currently contains 112 cards with more Archangels added in each year.
In 1988 Pamela embarked on a quest to find a spiritually compatible partner, and literally painted soul mate husband Richard Symons into her life: 1988’s “Reconciliation of the Sexes” may be seen as ‘before’, while “Ecstasy” was completed in 1989 following their meeting in extraordinary (even other-worldly) circumstances and is clearly ‘after’ – click on Articles for their true life Soul Mates story, which is now the subject of their new book: Soul Mates – How to Find One
Beginning in 1990 and for over a decade thereafter Pamela’s original work was exhibited internationally and reproductions were keenly sought after annually in London and biannually in Sydney at the Festivals for Mind-Body-Spirit where Richard acted as MC and PA Announcer (he was delighted to retire early from a journalistic career in the electronic media as a Newscaster and Sports Anchor, latterly with Sky TV).
Home is what was formerly their beach house and now includes a garden studio and a small gallery, ideally situated on the small-island paradise of Waiheke, also home to a burgeoning artistic community, fabulous beaches and some of the finest red-wine grapes and vintners on the planet – an idyllic lifestyle for which they give thanks daily.
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Ascended Master Serapis Bey
Serapis Bey was painted for the Aura-Soma New Aeon Tarot. Purchase full set of Ascended Masters A4 prints >> Purchase Serapis Bey A4 print >> SERAPIS BEY – the Clear Pearl Master Brings clarity of vision, seeing things … Read More
Sophia’s Web
Pamela was pleased to allow the use of the Goddess image “Sophia – Peace Through Wisdom” on the cover of Burl and Merry Hall’s recent book “Sophia’s Web”, available on Amazon More than a revelation of Sophia as Divine Source … Read More
Featured Products
Aura-Soma New Aeon Tarot Deck – Logo Back Cards
Embracing all of the traditional images with contemporary additions, this deck currently comprises 116 cards – there are two images for each of the Major Arcana, plus 16 Archangels (117 Cards: 78 + 22 + 17 = 117.).
The deck can be used more effectively in conjunction with the Tarot Symbols Handbook, available in Books category.
Now supplied in a beautiful custom-made velvet draw-string bag in blue & gold to match the Tarot cards.
The cards all have the “logo” back design (Bottle Back design no longer available)
Logo Back cards 0-112; Blue-back cards 113, 114, 115 & 116
Cassiel and Raguel Cards
Not designed specifically as Tarot – no bottle or logo on reverse side – these Cassiel and Raguel cards are not for sale, but while stocks last, one free card may be requested for every $50.00 spent on products (not including shipping) – i.e.one card with a $50.00 product order; two with $100.00; three with $150.00 etc..
Tarot Symbols Handbook
Easy to follow commentary and dictionary of symbols from the artist of the Aura-Soma Tarot.
72 Angels of the Kabbalah Book + Cards
Identify your Incarnation and Heart Angels from your date of birth, your Intellect Angel from the time of your birth.
In full colour throughout; Wiro (spiral) bound for lie-flat reference.
Khemiel and Ariel Card
Not designed specifically as Tarot – no bottle or logo on reverse side – the 115 Khemiel and Ariel Card is not for sale, but while stocks last, one free card may be requested for every $50.00 spent on products (not including shipping) – i.e.one card with a $50.00 product order; two with $100.00; three with $150.00 etc..
Goddess Deck
Goddesses-of-the-New Light – A Goddess-a-Day Divination Cards.
Visual Jewels to help you bring the Grace of the Goddess into your daily life