Dust II Onyx

🗣️*TOUR UPDATES*🗣️ (swipe left)⠀ ⠀ I have been a busy bee getting prepared for this tour and I'm waist deep in this evolution. I know when I first announced the tour it was called "Ancestral Discovery", but after consultation and meditation I have decided to step forward and stand in my own name. I will be touring as Courtney Alexander, first of her name, Free Exister, Fosterer of Fearlessness, Mother of Dust II Onyx (and maybe Dragons in another lifetime 😆). Jokes aside, this tour is about more than being a tarot creator. Dust II Onyx is my baby and an important part of who I am but it is not all that I am. I want to give you all as much as I have to offer and so along-side my journey with Dust II Onyx and the medicine it provides, I also pose the question "What if the freedom you seek already exists?" It’s important that the art and dialogues I create lead to⠀ more questions. Answers are intended to be finite, which⠀ can hinder the flow of expansion. However, questions are the ⠀ guides to the many worlds we seek to explore.⠀ ⠀ SELF-IMAGINED & SELF-CREATED⠀ An important part of “free existence” is creating your own adventures. I saw a⠀ tour happening and I didn’t wait on anyone to give me permission to create it. ⠀ I’m incredibly excited to share my journey as an artist, spiritualist, entrepreneur⠀ and free spirit. My desire is to pose important questions in ⠀ understanding your own existence, what freedom means to you, how it ⠀ connects to others, and ultimately how asking these questions move us towards ⠀ a more authentic experience. Most importantly they will⠀ be encouraged to embrace the unknown and reach for the unseen in cultivating⠀ your own sense of freedom and centeredness. ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #dustonyx #dust2onyxtarot #tarotreadersofinstagram #brujasofinstagram #art #spiritual #magic #tour #freedom #existence #freeexistence #freespirit #courtneyalexander #blackartist #femaleartist #artistsofinstagram #myway #selfimagined #selfcreated https://www.instagram.com/p/BvuLInknWx1/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=sl2yhh2tt9vy

Reposted from @chadmize - Thanks to everyone who attended the dreams deferred artist talk. A special thanks to @9lamps @teneajohnson @dust2onyxtarot @iboms for taking us further into your art. And kudos to @erin_e_h on her curation for this exhibit and interaction! - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/BvJ0j49n5ZS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1b7cdee56o8c8

Reposted from @turnerdouglas - At long last. My foreword for Dust ll Onyx–a melanated Tarot Deck! Giclée printed works of black art. Arriving extraordinarily apropos, to the week, one year ago when Courtney Alexander and I met at @voltashow . I am grateful to have contributed to this project. "As alchemical art, their - @dust2onyxtarot -transformative power holds in their reflection. For a person of color, there is an explicit reflection of self: the source comes from within, a metaphor for all living things and energies having a core source." . . . . . #dustllonyx #courtneyalexander #melanatedtarot #blacktarotreaders #mixedmediacollage #blackart #voltaartfair - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/Buwz3VTnWnJ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=f5u76prygjev

It's getting real! The second edition of Dust II Onyx: A Melanated Tarot has officially hit American soil and is headed to Muva. Won't be much longer now!! 🤸🏾‍♂️🤸🏿‍♂️🤸🏽‍♂️ https://www.instagram.com/p/BteG4sunvAx/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=o539gubc0eua

#TarotSpreadThursday - MONTHLY REFLECTION SPREAD . Check your mental (head), emotional/relationships (heart), and spiritual development. Learn what your biggest lesson and greatest gift is. Finally, learn what the next steps are in integrating it all into your life moving forward. . . . . . . #tarot #tarotreadersofcolor #tarotspread #tarotreadersofinstagram #dust2onyx #dust2onyxtarot #originaltarotspread #taroteverydamnday #tarotspreads #tarotcard #tarotcards #cartomancy #witchesofinstagram #askthecards #tarotnerdscommunity #tarotreadersofig #tarotreading https://www.instagram.com/p/BtT_qORHtns/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1skopijy77or4

🗣Look who's on the 1st episode of a brand new shiny podcast! All the thanks to @shopify and host @boar.lord for this awesome experience. I'm also living for this amazing cover art by @rrebekkaa. . VANGUARD BY SHOPIFY - . “This shit isn't easy, and it requires way more than just pulling yourself up by the bootstraps, especially when some of us don't even have the straps.” On our first episode of Vanguard by @shopify Studios, we follow the journey of Courtney Alexander, the creator of Dust II Onyx: A Melanated Tarot, arguably the first tarot deck to explore Black identity and spirituality from a Black lens. The deck was an instant hit but the emotional toll of success almost destroyed her. Was it worth it? — You can find Episode 1, The Beyoncé of Tarot on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Link in bio — Art by the impossible @rrebekkaa hosted by @boar.lord https://www.instagram.com/p/BtSGZ4Kndrp/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=t9adkl25ewor

We are looking for a talented and ambitious design or advertising student to immediately join the team at Dust II Onyx as a Design Mentee. You will work side by side with founder Courtney Alexander on the Dust II Onyx brand from a design perspective as well as have structured mentor sessions culminating in a final project. The ideal candidate is a self starter with experience or knowledge of making social media graphics such as memes, GIFs, stop motion videos, etc and a penchant for innovative and provocative ideas, which is prevalent in their work. If this sounds like your jam, apply with your resume, and samples of your work at http://bit.ly/diiomentee [link in bio] https://www.instagram.com/p/BtQzttvngxo/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ljkht8mu4jqu

Reposted from @fluxusandthesnowgoose - I’ve been seeing The Sun lately in a lot of my readings. Which, of course, makes me happy. #tarot #instatarot #tarotreading #tarotreadersofinstagram #tarotcommunity #dust2onyx #dust2onyxtarot #cartomancy #divinationcommunity - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/BtQmXAcn_mo/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=986yuwgylbzq

#TarotSpreadThursday: Ritual Check-In Spread ‍ Use this spread before performing any major rituals outside your normal maintenance/self-care/ancestral-care rituals. Diagnose the problem you're ultimately looking to solve, the best type of ritual or elements to focus on, spiritual supports/ancestors/guides/deities to call on, any possible blocks in your working you should address, and the most likely outcome if you choose to perform the ritual at this time. . . .*yea yea I know we're late, LOL. It's Thursday somewhere in the world. 😋 . . . #tarot #tarotreadersofcolor #tarotspread #tarotreadersofinstagram #dust2onyx #dust2onyxtarot #originaltarotspread #taroteverydamnday #tarotspreads #tarotcard #tarotcards #cartomancy #witchesofinstagram #askthecards #tarotnerdscommunity #tarotreadersofig #tarotreading https://www.instagram.com/p/BtEj0EZnEZ7/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=iz8t6c26u19h

Anytime I have my demo deck with me this is what happens. Folks gotta spread out and get a good look. 😄 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs3F2o0nI6L/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1xk1hhjng4o1x

ANNOUNCEMENT: I'm Coming to a City Near You! 🗣 . Hey ya'll! It's Courtney Alexander, creator of Dust II Onyx: A Melanated Tarot, and I'll be coming to you this Spring. The Ancestral Discovery Tour is my opportunity to connect with all of the wonderful people and communities who have supported me through this journey. I will also be hosting talks, art performances, and celebrations to honor our ancestors. . We're still in planning stages. If you'd like to participate or offer venues, connections, or any other resources you'd like to share you may fill out the participation form at http://bit.ly/DIIOParticipant [link in bio] or email [email protected] (the form is preferred to keep everything organized). . Stay up to date with tour information at http://bit.ly/DIIOTour! [link in bio] . . . . #dust2onyx #dust2onyxtarot #ancestraldiscovery #ancestraldiscoverytour #ontour #tourdates #tarot #tarotdeck #oracledeck #tarotcommunity #tarotreadersofinstagram #healers #healersorinstagram #arts #artists #blackarts #blackartists #artistsofinstagram #womenartists #artscommunity #brujasofinstagram #hoodoo #conjuren https://www.instagram.com/p/BstGN4LniZY/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=o60xcshawf9l

CHECK ME OUT ON PBS ARTS PLUS! What an honor to be featured. <3 ⬅️Swipe left to view each clip⬅️ "Local artist Courtney Alexander creates a tarot card deck that is representative of the black experience, and fellow Oracle readers discuss the significance and beauty of the thoughtfully rendered cards." . . . #artistsofinstagram #tarotreadersofinstagram #tarotdeck #art #painting #tarot #mixedmediaart #blackart #blackmagic #blackartist #afrofuturism #afropunk #pbs #WEDUArtsPlus #documentary https://www.instagram.com/p/Bsg5DSuHU4K/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=131bsw6ztz1gg

CHECK ME OUT ON PBS ARTS PLUS! What an honor to be featured. <3 ⬅️Swipe left to view each clip⬅️ "Local artist Courtney Alexander creates a tarot card deck that is representative of the black experience, and fellow Oracle readers discuss the significance and beauty of the thoughtfully rendered cards." . . . #artistsofinstagram #tarotreadersofinstagram #tarotdeck #art #painting #tarot #mixedmediaart #blackart #blackmagic #blackartist #afrofuturism #afropunk #pbs #WEDUArtsPlus #documentary https://www.instagram.com/p/Bsg0zJGnNfr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=v50py4bdah3d

Thank you @turnerdouglas - and @aotprojectsalon for including me! 🙏🏾 ••• We, the Co-collaborators of Our Elements (@djtikkamasala @meryl_feigenberg @naomielenaramirez @reallycourtney @rina_espiritu @dnechmad @turnerdouglas), would like to express our gratitude to all of those who supported this second iteration, either by granting us space, lending your skills, and of course attending our opening last night! If you missed out, OUR GALLERY will be OPEN ALL WEEK, with a Thursday night of Performances and talk with Naomi Elena Ramirez and Rina Espiritu, moderated by @turnerdouglas Immense gratitude for @girlsclubny for allowing us access to a much needed safe space for marginalized people, be they queer, female, people of color, and immigrants! Your work is invaluable to the Lower East Side community. . "This project aims to think about what it means to be an individual, in a collective, and find a safe space to process the political trauma that is wreaking havoc on intersectional bodies." Gallery Hours Monday 7th: 12 - 4p Tuesday 8th: 11a-3p Wednesday 9th: 1-6p Thursday 10th: 4-9p Performances and talk with Naomi Elena Ramirez and Rina Espiritu at 7pm. Moderated by Douglas Turner. Friday 11th: 1p - 6p Saturday 12th: Closing Day 12 - 6pm - . . . . #art #artist #blackartist #queerartist #politicalart #artgallery #artshow #painting #mixedmedia https://www.instagram.com/p/BsWvSVtntwU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=jfrsnokepk2f

Stepping into 2019... 🥂Happy New Years!🍾 . . . . . . . #happynewyear #happynewyear2019 #tarotart #tarot #tarotcommunity #blackjoy #thesun #willowsmith #notebook #journal #dust2onyx #dust2onyxtarot #blackowned #blackart #blackart #blackgirlmagic https://www.instagram.com/p/BsD1b7nn-ez/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=baoc0vofwz1y

Reposted from @detroitblkgurlsdotarot - shout out to most hardworking folk that I know of...them Capricorns! it's yall season baby- Happy Birthday!🎉💃🏾🕺🏾🎂🥂♑ we celebrate all CAPs with the Devil Card in Tarot- "Capricorn  is represented by the powerful and determined Mountain Goat. Strong willed and ambitious, this sign is considered the "businessperson" of the zodiac, and they will stop at NOTHING to achieve their goals. And while these individuals are great leaders, loyal friends and excellent lovers, their obsession with status and success can sometimes get them into trouble... The Devil is one of the most misunderstood cards of the Tarot deck. If you look a little closer, the figure in the card is not a representation of Satan -- but rather, the card depicts Pan, the half-man, half-goat nature god. Like Pan, who is often depicted chasing nymphs, The Devil card is associated with temptation and sexuality. Capricorns are always driven to strive for more, for the best -- which means that they are rarely satisfied with what they have. Like bats (notice the large bat wings on this figure), Capricorns are often in danger of being manipulative and using others while climbing their way to the top. Ultimately, The Devil card is about feeling trapped or stuck -- that’s shown by the slaves in chains in the foreground. Conservative Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, the planet of limitations and structure. But here’s the twist: the chains are actually quite loose, implying that the slaves could leave if they really wanted to. Similarly, Capricorns may feel restricted by the expectations of those around them (and their own expectations of themselves) but in the end, they always have the opportunity for freedom and change."-Tarot.com The Devil Card from the beautiful @dust2onyxtarot deck.💫💫💫 - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/Br5YwjGHZQC/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=18rnjlmjz0ony

#HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #HappyKwanzaa #dust2onyx https://www.instagram.com/p/BrxvY_iHfmf/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1hdi4y0qx62fx