Matrix Edition 2 Playing Cards by Luke Wadey

Inspired by historic studies of graphic design principles and experimentation, this collection explores the connection between circles that sit on an equal grid, a matrix of circles, and the fluidity of the shapes that can be created.

The deck

• 2nd release in Matrix series
• Printing with neon yellow Pantone ink
• Manufactured by highly recommended WJPC
• Linen finished 300gsm German Black Core paper
• 56 fully custom cards including 4 additional cards
• 2-way back, fully custom deck and tuck

The story

The second deck in Luke’s Matrix collection combines his love of typography, with bold, original pattern design, fully customized with thirteen different face card graphics – now with customized pips and indices, plus a brand new 2-way back design.

The considered patterns formed from the unique grid are brought to life with high contrasting colors – the neon yellow ink bold on the eye and fluorescent under UV light. Designed for flourishes, spreads and packet cards; the overlapping colors playfully combining and contrasting in motion. Even when not in use, the deck is a work of graphic art and sure to be a truly unique addition to any collection, and continues the fascinating journey of experimentation and evolution as the series grows. Edition 2 takes the series one step further with more usable, playable card faces, and completely custom illustrated court cards, all based off the same principles of the circular matrix.