Learning About Astrology With The Zodiac Art Series

“The Aries symbol is meant to represent the face and horns of a ram. This is based on Chrysomallus, a flying ram who provided golden fleece. It represents authority and kingship”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Aries loves to be number one, so it’s no surprise that these audacious rams are the first sign of the zodiac. Bold and ambitious, Aries dives headfirst into even the most challenging situations”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

always looking for something different – new people and places that promise excitement and adventure. Your upbeat, magnetic personality pulls people toward you – you bring excitement into their lives. They envy your aggressiveness in meeting a challenge. Whatever the problem, you give the impression that you have an answer ready”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

Date: 3/21 - 4/19
Element: Fire sign
Modality: Cardinal
Season: Spring
Polarity: Yang
Planetary Ruler: Mars
Positive traits: Confident, Determined, Courageous, Adventurous, Independent
Negative traits: Moody, Impatient, Aggressive, Impulsive, Short Tempered
Primary Gemstone: Diamond
Color: Red
Compatibility: Leo, Libra, Gemini, Sagittarius
Opposite: Libra

“The Taurus symbol is meant to illustrate the face and horns of a bull. Like the animal, people born under this star sign are peaceful and methodical. They are slow to anger, but once they are disturbed, they can become violent”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Taurus is an earth sign represented by the bull. Like their celestial spirit animal, Taureans enjoy relaxing in serene, bucolic environments surrounded by soft sounds, soothing aromas, and succulent flavors”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“You need order in your life – you get anxious when things are out of control. And because the unfamiliar makes you feel insecure, you tend to cut yourself off from fresh experiences. You need to be more open to change. Having beautiful things is important to you, and your instinct for collecting even spills over into relationships. You hold fast to those you care about. You have a few close friends rather than many casual acquaintances. You’re thought of as a serene influence, someone to depend on, and you’re admired for your organized mind. Not many people realize that you’re sensitive and easily wounded. You are trusted as a tastemaker, and your artistic and esthetic opinion is welcomed”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Bull
Date: 4/20 - 5/20
Element: Earth Sign
Modality: Fixed
Season: Spring
Polarity: Yin
Planetary Ruler: Venus
Positive traits: Stable, Patient, Practical, Reliable, Responsible
Negative traits: Stubborn, Resistant, Self Indulgent, Inflexible, Materialistic
Primary Gemstone: Emerald
Color: Green
Compatibility: Virgo, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn
Opposite: Scorpio

“The Gemini symbol is meant to represent a pair of twins, particularly Dioscuri, who were granted shared half-immortality after the death of their mortal brother Castor. Geminis are known to have duel personalities, acting one way on a certain day and completely differently the next. However, the twins also represent a Gemini’s desire to communicate with others and share ideas with a group”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Have you ever been so busy that you wished you could clone yourself just to get everything done? That’s the Gemini experience in a nutshell. Appropriately symbolized by the celestial twins, this air sign was interested in so many pursuits that it had to double itself”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“You react instantly to new situations, but because you’re so keenly attuned to your environment, you tend to have a nervous temperament. And though you give off sparks of energy, excitement, and charm, inside you feel like a wound-up spring. Others are fascinated by your enthusiasm while inwardly you’re already bored with this person or that project. People like to be around you because you’re interesting and amusing. They admire you for your talent with words and sense of humor. Although you’re considered more of a cerebral type, friends trust your judgement about emotional matters. They also know you’ll jump in to help when asked”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Twins
Date: 5/21 - 6/21
Element: Air Sign
Modality: Mutable
Season: Spring
Polarity: Yang
Planetary Ruler: Mercury
Positive traits: Curious, Adaptable, Creative, Energetic, Communicative
Negative traits: Restless, Scattered, Inconsistent, Nervous, Distracted
Primary Gemstone: Agate
Color: Yellow
Compatibility: Leo, Aries, Libra, Aquarius
Opposite: Sagittarius

“The Cancer symbol is based on the Karkinos, a giant crab who harassed Heracles during his fight with the Hydra. People born beneath this sign move sideways like crabs, avoiding conflict as often as possible. They also pinch like crabs, clasping onto the things that make them happy”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Cancer is a cardinal water sign. Represented by the crab, this crustacean seamlessly weaves between the sea and shore representing Cancer’s ability to exist in both emotional and material realms. Cancers are highly intuitive and their psychic abilities manifest in tangible spaces: For instance, Cancers can effortlessly pick up the energies in a room”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“On the surface you’re the picture of calm and strength, but underneath you tend to feel insecure and inadequate. You are positive that other people know what they’re doing while you’re just winging it. You also imagine the worst outcome to a scenario, never the best. You are a very emotional person; you’re constantly feeling. Those in your circle think of you as a den mother – the one who tries to fix other people’s problems and make sure everyone is happy. They like your concern for their well-being and cherish your wise counsel”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Crab
Date: 6/22 - 7/22
Element: Water Sign
Modality: Cardinal
Season: Summer
Polarity: Yin
Planetary Ruler: Moon
Positive traits: Loyal, Supportive, Tenacious, Nurturing, Persuasive
Negative traits: Moody, Suspicious, Insecure, Manipulative, Resentful
Primary Gemstone: Ruby Pearl
Color: White
Compatibility: Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn

“The Leo symbol represents a lion, particularly the Nemean lion, who has an impenetrable hide. People born beneath this sign are proud, regal, relaxed, and in charge. Much like lions, they are natural born leaders who chase after what they want because they believe they deserve it”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Roll out the red carpet because Leo has arrived. Leo is represented by the lion and these spirited fire signs are the kings and queens of the celestial jungle. They’re delighted to embrace their royal status: Vivacious, theatrical, and passionate, Leos love to bask in the spotlight and celebrate themselves”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“You have larger-than-life emotions; whether you’re experiencing joy, despair, excitement, or love, it might as well be playing on a giant movie screen. You feel you have an important role to plain in life and you’re going to find it. You need to be involved in the world; in fact, you tend to think of any plan or project that you’re part of as an extension of who you are. You believe in taking action. You have a regal quality, a way of standing out in a crowd. The unique combination of the excitement you project, your sense of style, your way of speaking, and your laugh is what draws people to you. They’re also seduced by the fact that you think big, which feeds their own fantasies of success and power. They’re attracted to your energy and enthusiasm and your take-charge attitude”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Lion
Date: 7/23 - 8/22
Element: Fire sign
Modality: Fixed
Season: Summer
Polarity: Yang
Planetary Ruler: Sun
Positive traits: Creative, Passionate, Generous, Warm Hearted, Ambitious
Negative traits: Bossy, Stubborn, Egotistical, Inflexible, Arrogant
Primary Gemstone: Peridot
Color: Gold
Compatibility: Gemini, Aries, Sagittarius, Libra
Opposite: Aquarius

“The Virgo symbol represents a virgin woman, based on Astraea who was the last immortal to leave Earth at the end of the Silver Age. She represents dedication, loyalty, kindness, and nurture”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Virgo is an earth sign historically represented by the goddess of wheat and agriculture, an association that speaks to Virgo’s deep-rooted presence in the material world. Virgos are logical, practical, and systematic in their approach to life. This earth sign is a perfectionist at heart and isn’t afraid to improve skills through diligent and consistent practice”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“You have plenty of willpower and dedication, and you work harder than anyone to make sure something is perfect. Why? because if you can’t do everything superbly, you being to fear that you’re failing. You are much too critical of yourself. Actually, you are an enigma that no one has quite figured out. You’re regarded as a real go-getter. People trust you to handle the job. They think of you as a person who can analyze almost any problem in a logical way. Others come to you when they want their own actions explained to them, or are feeling confused about relationships. You are valued for your ability to set priorities and to create order out of confusion”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Malden
Date: 8/23 - 9/22
Element: Earth Sign
Modality: Mutable
Season: Summer
Polarity: Yin
Planetary Ruler: Mercury
Positive traits: Loyal, Analytical, Reliable, Resourceful, Precise
Negative traits: Critical, Nitpicky, Uptight, Skeptical, Detached
Primary Gemstone: Saphire
Color: Silver
Compatibility: Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn
Opposite: Pisces

“The Libra symbol represents scales, which are based on the scales of justice held by Themis, the Greek personification of divine law and custom. This sign believes in balancing all aspects of their life and they become upset at any injustices they witness”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Libra is an air sign represented by the scales (interestingly, the only inanimate object of the zodiac), an association that reflects Libra’s fixation on balance and harmony. Libra is obsessed with symmetry and strives to create equilibrium in all areas of life”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“You work hard trying to please others and as a result, they find you captivating. However, beneath your friendly exterior, you desperately long for love and approval. You have trouble saying no to others’ requests and you take on too many jobs or commitments – and then to prove how nice you are, you keep smiling through the strain while you hide a lot of resentment. People feel important when they’re with you because you always seem to understand their point of view. You are considered warm and outgoing because you know how to draw people out, and you’re thought of as someone with an unparalleled ability to deal with the public”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Scales
Date: 9/23 - 10/23
Element: Air Sign
Modality: Cardinal
Season: Autumn
Polarity: Yang
Planetary Ruler: Venus
Positive traits: Graceful, Diplomatic, Cooperative, Considerate, Artistic
Negative traits: Indecisive, Superficial, Indulgent, Unpredictable, Passive Aggressive
Primary Gemstone: Opal
Color: Pink / Blue
Compatibility: Leo, Gemini, Aquarius, Sagittarius
Opposite: Aries

“The Scorpio symbol is associated with a scorpion, a snake, and an eagle. Like a scorpion, people born beneath this sign are intense, aggressive when provoked, and prefer to be alone”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Scorpio is one of the most misunderstood signs of the zodiac. Because of its incredible passion and power, Scorpio is often mistaken for a fire sign. In fact, Scorpio is a water sign that derives its strength from the psychic, emotional realm”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“You have great strength., determination, and willpower. But no matter how calm and cool you appear on the outside, you’ve got a well of seething emotions underneath. For the most part, thought, you keep your intensity under control by channeling it into useful activities. You’re a high achiever, and you seem to “get” things in a flash – with powerful psychic feelings you’ve learn to trust. It’s probably your secretiveness that makes people so interested in finding out what you think. You’ve often the guru in a group, the one with uncanny hunches about the future and piercing insights into other people’s motivations”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Scorpion
Date: 10/24 - 11/21
Element: Water Sign
Modality: Fixed
Season: Autumn
Polarity: Yin
Planetary Ruler: Mars
Positive traits: Brave, Loyal, Passionate, Resourceful, Perceptive
Negative traits: Jealous, Possessive, Vengeful, Secretive, Moody
Primary Gemstone: Topaz
Color: Black
Compatibility: Cancer, Pisces, Virgo, Taurus
Opposite: Taurus

“The Sagittarius symbol represents an archer. It is based on the centaur, Chiron, who mentored Achilles in archery. People born beneath this sign are obsessed with traveling, learning, and adventure”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Represented by the archer, Sagittarians are always on a quest for knowledge. The last fire sign of the zodiac, Sagittarius launches its many pursuits like blazing arrows, chasing after geographical, intellectual, and spiritual adventures”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“Like Scarlett O’Hara, your motto is, “Tomorrow is another day.” Even in your darkest moods, you believe there’s a light shining around the corner. Your confidence in the future is genuine, but you hate everything interfering with your plans. You have a hunger to experience life to its fullest – to travel, meet interesting people, and see things you’ve never seen before. Anything new sparks your interest. People like your sense of humor and your buoyant presence. No matter what goes wrong, you’re ready with an upbeat explanation and forecast for the future”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Archer
Date: 11/22 - 12/21
Element: Fire sign
Modality: Mutable
Season: Autumn
Polarity: Yang
Planetary Ruler: Jupiter
Positive traits: Honest, Idealistic, Generous, Adventurous, Philosophical
Negative traits: Impatient, Careless, Rebellious, Arrogant, Skeptical
Primary Gemstone: Turquoise
Color: Blue
Compatibility: Leo, Aries, Libra, Aquarius
Opposite: Gemini

“The Capricorn symbol is the body and head of a goat with the tail of a fish. It is based on the Sumerians’ primordial god of wisdom and waters, Enki, because Capricorns are intelligent, logical, and goal oriented”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“The last earth sign of the zodiac, Capricorn is represented by the sea goat, a mythological creature with the body of a goat and the tail of a fish. Accordingly, Capricorns are skilled at navigating both the material and emotional realms”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“You don’t need anyone to convince you that life is serious business; you’ve known it all along. That’s what keeps you anxiously asking yourself: Am I fulfilling my responsibilities? Am I achieving as much as I should? Am I self-reliant enough? You know you have the persistence and strength of purpose to reach your goals. But you also have a deep need to connect on an emotional level in your relationships so that you won’t feel separated from those you care about. You’re often seen as an irresistible force and an immovable object. People put you in charge because you’re decisive – you’re famous for having a great sense of realism. When others need a rational head in a crisis, they call on you”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Sea-Goat
Date: 12/22 - 1/19
Element: Earth Sign
Modality: Cardinal
Season: Winter
Polarity: Yin
Planetary Ruler: Saturn
Positive traits: Practical, Responsible, Persistent, Disciplined, Hard Working
Negative traits: Cynical, Domineering, Pessimistic, Rigid, Arrogant
Primary Gemstone: Garnet
Color: Brown
Compatibility: Taurus, Pisces, Virgo, Scorpio
Opposite: Cancer

“The Aquarius symbol is ripples of water, which is associated with Ganymede, the water-bearer. Like him, people born beneath this sign are generous, patient, friendly, and self-reflective”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Despite the “aqua” in its name, Aquarius is actually the last air sign of the zodiac. Aquarius is represented by the water bearer, the mystical healer who bestows water, or life, upon the land. Accordingly, Aquarius is the most humanitarian astrological sign”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“The most frequent question you ask is “Why?” You want to understand what makes other people tick. Their lives fascinate you because you hope they will offer you insights into your own. You have plenty of love to give, and you want noting more that to have lots of interesting friends, a wonderful love relationship, fulfilling work, and for the world to be a better place and everyone to be happy. You’re often regarded as slightly eccentric – not necessarily strange, but certainly an independent character, a kind of daredevil with an unusual way of looking at things. People consider you a pathfinder, a member of the real avant-garde.” – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Water-Bearer
Date: 1/20 - 2/18
Element: Air Sign
Modality: Fixed
Season: Winter
Polarity: Yang
Planetary Ruler: Saturn
Positive traits: Friendly, Original, Intuitive, Progressive, Independent
Negative traits: Shy, Stubborn, Chaotic, Unpredictable, Scattered
Primary Gemstone: Amethyst
Color: Light Blue
Compatibility: Leo, Aries, Gemini, Sagittarius
Opposite: Leo

“The Pisces symbol represents the ichthyocentaurs, who aided Aphrodite when she was born from the sea. Like fish, people born beneath this sign are vibrant, dedicated to their community, and enjoy being surrounded by others”. – Daniella Urdinlaiz (@danielladeetz)

“Pisces, a water sign, is the last constellation of the zodiac. It’s symbolized by two fish swimming in opposite directions, representing the constant division of Pisces’ attention between fantasy and reality. As the final sign, Pisces has absorbed every lesson — the joys and the pain, the hopes and the fears — learned by all of the other signs”. – Aliza Kelly Faragher (@alizakelly)

“You absorb impressions, images, and emotions from everything around you, and then filter them through your rose-colored view of how you’d like things to be. You’re a big bundle of feelings. You feel intense joy and happiness when you’re involved in a creative project or a loving relationship. Everyone thinks you are his or her special friend, that they have your undivided attention. You’re thought of as solicitous and concerned. You’re also known as a sparkling social presence – witty, vivacious, and always interested in new activities. People consider you artistic and somewhat bohemian, and are impressed by your psychic sensibility”. – Joanna Martine Woolfolk

The Fishes
Date: 2/19 - 3/20
Element: Water Sign
Modality: Mutable
Season: Winter
Polarity: Yin
Planetary Ruler: Jupiter
Positive traits: Gentle, Artistic, Empathetic, Compassionate, Intuitive
Negative traits: Fearful, Indecisive, Dependent, Escapist, Impractical
Primary Gemstone: Moonstone
Color: Light Green
Compatibility: Scorpio, Cancer, Capricorn, Taurus
Opposite: Virgo