I’ve added an online tarot card reader to the interactive paranormal application site.

The tarot card meanings are just basic at the moment, but I’ll add to them in time.

I’m currently collecting palm prints to help further my studies of palm print analysis.

I can’t offer anything in return, although I’ll happily get back to you with my initial findings on your palm markings!

If you’d like to be involved, please send your palm print by email to webmaster@hiddeninfluences.com.

Ways to take a palm print:
1.  Use a scanner
I haven’t tried this method personally, so I’m not sure how well it works … but give it a go!  Place one hand on your scanner with a cloth over it (to block out the light), then scan.  The picture will need to be clear enough to show all the lines and markings on your hand.

2.  Use water-based ink
Get some water-based ink and a rubber roller (both available from art shops) - make sure it’s water-based ink, so you can easily wash it off after taking your print.  Put approximately 1cm of ink onto a piece of glass/tile/polythene bag and rub the roller back and forth to coat it.  Now, apply a light layer of ink to your palm (try to keep your hand relaxed during this), ensuring the coverage is as even as possible.  Use long strokes with the roller and make sure you cover any bald patches.  Once your palm is completely covered, put it onto a sheet of plain A4 paper (with a couple of magazines underneath) and press down with your other hand - press on the palm and the fingers.  If you have someone to help you do this, even better!  Slowly lift your hand from the paper and you should be left with your palm print.  If you use too much or too little ink, the lines won’t be clear so it may take a few attempts to ensure you have a good print.  Now, you can either scan your hand print and send by email to webmaster@hiddeninfluences.com or send it to me by post (email me for the postal address to send to).