January 20 - February 18 Aquarius (fixed air) Although Aquarius' glyph is the water-bearer, this archetype is actually an air sign. The glyph depicts a person pouring from the vessel, likely water, which is a base component for sustaining life. Despite the water imagery, Aquarius is firmly an air sign, and air signs excel at concept, idea, knowledge, and information. After all, idea is the first step to manifestation. Everything first exists in the mind. The fixedy in this fi

December 22 - January 19 Capricorn (cardinal earth) Capricorn’s glyph is the mysterious Sea Goat - a mythical creature existing in both water and land. Although Capricorn is a deeply rooted earth sign, this mythological symbolism that connects also with sea, with water, implies connection to the emotional and imaginal realms. Imagination made real on the physical plane - creating reality. Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, a planet of structure, anchoring our physicality reality.

November 22 - December 21 Sagittarius (mutable fire) Sagittarius's glyph is the archer. Implying precise aim in the vision that accompanies this fire sign. Sagittarius is mutable fire, and fire signs are known for creating vision, and with mutability, preferably there is an exchange with the vision. Mutability requires some sort of back and forth - some sort of exchange. This exchange can take many forms, whether it's with inspired creative pursuits, shared vision with anothe

October 23 - November 21 Scorpio (fixed water) Scorpio’s glyph is the Scorpion. Implying some level of fear, or perhaps demanding respect for the power of such a small creature. As a water sign Scorpios have powerful emotional depth, often this is felt as a gut level knowing. Scorpio is fixed-water, the fixedy indicating a reserved side that sits back and assesses before expressing. This water sign is not known for emotional expression. Scorpio may be feeling their way into s

September 23 - October 22 Libra (cardinal air) Libra’s glyph is the scales - invoking images of justice and balance. Libran energy seeks justice and harmony moving through the world. This empathetic sign is wonderful with people, and has an emotional and social intelligence that is unrivaled. Relationships of all kinds come naturally with this energy, with partners ultimately as the recipient of Libra's charm.  Cardinal air signs are adept at anything involving the element of

August 23 - September 22 Virgo (mutable earth) Virgo as perfection. Virgo as the analyst. Virgo as the maiden. To contemplate and then create. To organize. To systemize a grounded routine. There’s a practicality and deliberateness in the detail. Logic is highly present in Virgo’s approach as she’s very connected to the material world.  Ruled by Mercury or Ceres depending on your interpretation, this sign is mutable earth. Earth signs have a utilitarian practicality woven thro

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July 23 - Aug 22 Leo (fixed fire) Leo is symbolized by the Lion. A large presence that holds a type of majesty in its essence. Whether leading a pride or leading a group, Leonian expression is often thought of as very capable of having a stage presence and a sense of assurance when serving as the guide. There’s a quiet confidence that comes with performance of any kind, and Leos naturally step into that role. A fire sign, Leo represents spirit and has a way of channeling in-s

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June 21 - July 22 Cancer (cardinal water) Cancer the crab.  This glyph conveys imagery of a being that likes the comfort of their shell, carrying their home wherever they go. The shell also indicates that protective nature that Cancer energy exhibits, and serves as an invisibility cloak. There’s a sensitivity to water signs, and a shell allows Cancers to safely engage with those they love and protect. Cancer is a cardinal water sign, cardinal = initiating, water = imaginative

May 21 - June 20 Gemini (mutable air) Gemini’s glyph is the twins, representing the multidimensionality of perspective. There are two sides (or more) to every tale. Gemini the storyteller is capable of tapping in to those perspectives. This ability to see both sides makes Gemini an apt teacher.  An air sign, Gemini is ruled by the planet Mercury, the divine messenger. Mercury is “the voice”, the communicator, and the mind.  Gemini reminds us to use our voice. Mastering Gemini

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April 20 - May 20 Taurus (fixed earth) Taurus’ glyph is the bull, evoking imagery of a slow and steady being. Like a bull, this sign is able to persevere and has a grounded quality. Taurus represents fixed earth in the wheel of the zodiac. Fixed signs are often concerned with stability, food, money, and the practical daily rhythm of maintaining this security.  Taureans need time - there’s an inward nature to their creativity. Working through things has a deliberate and contem

Artis Magne - Artilleriae Science History Institute The astronomy of the nodes is based on the moon’s orbit intersecting with the ecliptic path of the sun. Unlike planets, they are not made of matter. They’re mathematical calculations resulting in non-material points - the intersection of two orbital paths.  The astrology of the nodes is that these paths have an energetic pull - both literally and symbolically.  The North Node is where your soul is headed in this lif

March 21 - April 19 Aries (cardinal fire) Aries’ glyph is a ram, fitting for a sign that excels at moving things forward. As a cardinal fire sign, Aries has a spirited determination. Considered a pioneer and trailblazer, Aries souls often want to make their own way on their own terms.  Aries is ruled by Mars and excels at Martian energy - ACTION. Well attuned to vision, this fire sign can see the image and then moves to get it done. Easily taking the next step. And the next.

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February 18 - March 20 Pisces (mutable water) The imagery around Pisces are two fish, fitting for a water sign. If you know a Pisces, there’s likely something about them that is easy going, or maybe their off in their imagination. The deeply spiritual Pisces often expresses a more divine connection. Pisces are known as the mystic, the dreamer, the poet.  As a water sign, they’re imaginative and often creative. Depending on other placements in the chart that creativity takes o

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