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Shantell Martin's signature black and white drawings inspire and innovate, while exploring themes such as intersectionality, identity, and play. Her compositions are a cultural facilitator for forming new connections between fine art, education, design, and philosophy.

A Pioneer of American Art

Founded in 1930, the Whitney Museum of American Art is the first museum dedicated to the work of living American artists - collecting, preserving, interpreting, and exhibiting twentieth-century and contemporary American art. Innovation has been the hallmark of the museum since its beginnings - The Museum's flagship exhibition, the Biennial, is the country's leading survey of the most recent developments in American art.

A Perfect Pair

On the occasion of Shantell Martin's recent collaboration with the Whitney Shop, LINE by Shantell Martin, theory11 is proud to announce these two decks as the first in a series through which we hope to highlight the work of truly groundbreaking artists and illustrators. Our objective was to pair our expertise in print production with the spirit and sincerity of the artist' voice - using playing cards as a unique, handheld medium to present Shantell's visionary art.

Shantell Martin Playing Cards feature a fully custom design inside and out, exhibiting her wonderfully crafted storytelling at every inch. The cards themselves are carefully framed in canvas-textured, blind embossed paper.

Made in America

Made in the USA on FSC-certified paper derived from sustainable forests, using vegetable based inks and starch based laminates.

 Premium playing cards featuring all of your favorite heroes! Made in America. Assemble your own squad of Avengers every time the cards are brought out for play - and relive the most memorable moments of the iconic film series.

AVENGERS: Infinity Saga playing cards feature completely custom artwork in every aspect of the design, with the Aces, Jokers, box design, and court cards inspired directly by fan-favorite characters quintessential to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The outer packaging is simply jaw-dropping. The iridescent, cosmic foil shimmers and alters its color at every angle. Complete with gold foil accents and precise embossing, the ultra-lux outer packaging is truly representative of the legendary Infinity Saga.

Inside the box, even the Aces feature callbacks to characters like Doctor Strange, Vision, Winter Soldier, and Gamora. And this wouldn't be an Infinity Saga deck without a little bit of mischief and balance: Loki and Thanos make their presence known on each Joker!

Your favorite characters are brought to life! Thor and Hulk sport their Ragnarok attire, Hawkeye and Ronin share the spotlight (with a special appearance from Ant-Man!), and Iron Man wields his own Nano Gauntlet - alongside Captain Marvel, Black Panther, Spider-Man, Captain America, and MANY more.

AVENGERS: Infinity Saga playing cards are the perfect tribute to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. From Iron Man to Avengers: Endgame, follow and experience the storyline and its iconic moments every time they’re held in your hands.

CHOOSE your side in the new Theory 11 Silver / Black Star Wars Playing Cards!

THE LIGHT SIDE

Join Jedi Knights, climb aboard the Millennium Falcon, and become a Rebel or Resistance hero. The LightSide deck features Luke Skywalker's lightsaber, R2-D2, and fighters from the Rebel fleet."May the Force be with you."

Light Side - The Box
Embossed and foil stamped

The outer packaging is breathtaking, with striking, vibrant silver foil - mixed with clear, reflective foil that creates the illusion of the Millennium Falcon cockpit window.

Inside The Light Side
All custom court cards

Both decks have the same set of 12 court cards, with iconic light side and dark side characters. Each card features detailed depictions of these iconic characters. On the light side: Rey, Leia Organa, Han Solo, LukeSkywalker, and more.

The Back Design
Loaded with Light Side Details

Across the white back design, catch countless details - from the top of R2-D2 to the Rebel Alliance symbol. In the center, a repeating pattern of X-wing starfighters supports two lightsabers on each side edge.

THE DARK SIDE

Channel your inner Sith, join the First Order, or maintain order in the galaxy alongside Emperor Palpatine's Imperial Army. The Dark Side deck features Darth Vader's lightsaber, the Death Star, and the Empire's fleet of starships. "You don't know the power of the dark side!"

The Dark Side Box

EMBOSSED AND FOIL STAMPED
On the front of the dark side box, look through the window of the Imperial Throne Room, with symbols of the Galactic Empire and First Order on each corner.

Court of the Dark Side

THE DARK SIDE OF THE FORCE
Both decks feature the same set of 12 court cards, representing each side. On the dark side, Palpatine is depicted alongside Kylo Ren and Darth Vader - with a graphite grey back design.

Darth Vader

THE KING OF SPADES
On the King of Spades, Darth Vader is depicted holding his light saber while taking command of his Imperial subordinates.

 See these decks in action below:

A LONG TIME AGO
IN A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY...

Since 1977, Star Wars has been a pop culture phenomenon. Alongside the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the 9th and final film in the Skywalker saga, theory11 is proud to present Star Wars: Light Side and Dark Side Playing Cards.

THE LIGHT SIDE

Join Jedi Knights, climb aboard the Millennium Falcon, and become a Rebel or Resistance hero. The Light Side deck features Luke Skywalker's light saber, R2-D2, and fighters from the Rebel fleet.
"May the Force be with you."

The Box

EMBOSSED AND FOIL STAMPED
The outer packaging is breathtaking, with striking, vibrant blue foil - mixed with clear, reflective foil that creates the illusion of the Millennium Falcon cockpit window.

Inside The Blue Box

ALL CUSTOM COURT CARDS
Both decks have the same set of 12 court cards, with iconic Light Side and Dark Side characters. Each card features detailed depictions of these iconic characters. On the Light Side: Rey, Leia Organa, Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and more.

About The Cards

MADE IN AMERICA
The cards themselves are made in the USA - printed on FSC-certified paper derived from sustainable forests, vegetable-based inks, and starch-based laminates.

The Back Design

LOADED WITH LIGHT SIDE DETAILS
Across the blue back design, catch countless details - from the top of R2-D2 to the Rebel Alliance symbol. In the center, a repeating pattern of X-wing star fighters supports two light sabers on each side edge

PHOTOS: @casparperkin / Theory 11

DECK REVIEW: Cavan Booth

From the Library of Derren Brown

In collaboration with Derren Brown, theory11 presents a tribute to art, design, and the psychological art of illusion. From stage to screen, two-time Olivier Award winner Derren Brown has mesmerized millions worldwide - from the UK to his New York Broadway debut: Secret.

Over the past two years, these playing cards have been crafted with passion, precision, and art direction by Derren Brown. Wrapped in gold and green to resemble an antique book, these cards are an elegant tool for magic, card games, collectors, and beyond.

No Detail Untouched

Made in the USA at The United States Playing Card Company with FSC-certified paper derived from sustainable forests, using vegetable-based inks and starch-based laminates.

IMAGES: @kier.gomes.magic

Available for pre-order today. Arrival: Week beginning Sep 27th (estimate).

Formed in 1965, the Grateful Dead became a cultural institution that has spanned over half a century. Fusing rock and roll, folk, and jazz with avant-garde, visual, and literary traditions - they became one of the most popular, enduring, and influential bands in American history.

Every aspect of the cards is 100% made in America, using FSC-certified paper infused with hemp fibers on the tuck case packaging. The cards are safely sealed within, with an ivory matte sticker seal featuring the Stealie skull.