Praise for Cards of Wonderment
“I am blown away by the beauty of these cards, but even more so the stories tied to each one, the words reflecting something different with every hand. To say these cards are magical would be an understatement. Not often are we able to have the opportunity to be a part of an artist’s life while actively being inspired by them at the same time. Truly a wonder.”
“Having the pleasure of knowing Kenlyn Stewart personally, I can honestly say that the Cards of Wonderment deck is a reflection of her incredible talent, dedication, and warm artistic spirit. Watching her create these hand-painted cards has been inspiring, and owning a deck feels like holding a piece of her heart and imagination.
Kenlyn’s artistry shines through every detail—each card is a miniature canvas bursting with whimsical, enchanting imagery. Her passion for bringing magic and wonder into her work is evident, and I believe that’s what makes this deck so special. Every time I look at one of the cards, I am struck by the detail and the lifetime of stories that she has poured into her art. What I love most is how personal this deck feels, knowing the artist behind it. Kenlyn’s touch isn’t just in the painting; it’s in the soul of each card. It’s a testament to her talent and her ability to turn simple playing cards into something magical and meaningful.”
“Kenlyn’s Cards of Wonderment are awesome in so many ways. First, each card displays one of Kenlyn’s pieces of art that she’s created over the years. Kenlyn is a remarkable artist, and it’s wonderful to see her artwork on each card. As an added benefit, you can scan a QR code on each card to get a history of the artwork and listen to pleasant music crafted for each card. Second, Kenlyn has spent time adding symbols on the cards that help each of us with our journey through life. And finally, knowing that Kenlyn is an avid poker player, the cards add a special flair to any card game. Cards of Wonderment can make an awesome gift for friends and a positive benefit to anyone’s life.”
“I have never and probably will never again encounter an art deck of playing cards so personalized by the artist. I now possess a high-quality deck that is so striking and meaningful that I hesitate to use it for actual play. Kenlyn Stewart’s Cards of Wonderment is not a deck of playing cards; it’s an artist’s collection of her most personal pieces, each voicing its own inspiration. Every card is beautifully illustrated with works and words that give a glimpse of the creator’s distinct personality. What is more incredible is that each card manages to be thought-provoking while also being simply gorgeous. Every single card in the deck is supplemented with a unique story found with a QR code embedded on its back if you wish to be enlightened... or if not, the art and literature can prompt meditative consideration if one gets tired of just enjoying its beauty. This deck is a rare thing, a culmination of a lifetime’s work expressed. How remarkable that a deck of playing cards would make real an enduring legacy.”
“I don’t know how it’s done, but there truly is something magical about these cards. First, you just think, WOW! These cards are incredibly beautiful. The original art, the design, the quality of the reproduction. But then you use them, and uncanny things happen.
I was feeling a bit stressed about a hectic upcoming schedule, and I pulled ‘Travel,’ ‘Participate,’ ‘Humor,’ ‘Balance,’ and ‘Believe.’ I honestly felt better; I was looking at the bright side. And the cards were much cheaper than a therapist.”
“CARDS OF WONDERMENT: They leave me awed, wowed, and grateful! The deck is a treasure chest of beauty, wisdom, and heart. Since owning the deck, I have enjoyed shuffling and scanning individual cards to study the art and reflect while listening to the customized music.
The cards are a mosaic of the ancient (cards can tell your story) and the contemporary (QR codes!) I am especially enchanted by the Ace of Spades and Eight of Hearts, but every card is evocative, provocative…
I want to share my story from this morning’s 5 card spread, using directions from QR instructions. I asked: “What can I learn from this stage of my life’s journey?” Using the words from five cards in counterclockwise order, I learned the following—
You will continue CHANGING even when TEMPTED to stay frozen in time. AMPLIFY your creative impulses, accept UNCONDITIONAL love, and celebrate your CONNECTIONS to family and nature.
Wonderfully, the CARDS OF WONDERMENT affirm and challenge everything I am doing!
Beautiful!”
“I had the privilege of enjoying the Cards of Wonderment with the artist herself, and what we discovered as we played out the cards was enlightening, enjoyable, and educational. They function on so many levels. Not only can you use them as a standard deck of playing cards, but also as a tool to gain insight into yourself and your world, as an engaging conversation piece, and, almost best of all, as your own gallery of more than 50 pieces of original artwork from a professional, introspective, and intelligent artist! Highly recommended.”
“In an age when most everything seems so contrived, it’s wonderful to come across such a unique and creative endeavor. Kenlyn is both an established poker player and, of course, an incredible artist. To combine these two talents into one idea, such as this, well, who would have ever thought of this?
So happy to see a life’s work come to fruition across this deck that must be stacked in her favor. I know they will have a great future in both the gaming and the world of art as well. So happy to be a proud owner of these amazing decks.”
“I adore your stunning, exquisite cards! Laurie mailed the small deck to me, and I am enjoying using the cards. Your work is astonishing. Thank you for this beautiful creation. It is the most amazing deck I’ve ever seen.”
“What a fun surprise these cards are! Each card has more than one story to tell. The artwork is amazing. Each time I look at the cards, I see something I missed.
Reading the story of the artist and her dad made the cards so much more interesting!!!”