Pinpoint accuracy . . .
To clearly see what's going on in a chart, with a personality or an event, each planet and point needs to be located in its exact degree of the zodiac. There are different zodiacs for different schools of astrology. There are numerous house systems, so you can't count on them to be sure. But you can count on the geometry of the planets. They remain constant in any zodiac, any house system. Harmonics and midpoints are solid science. They work. The AstroTemplate makes it easy to find the essential geometry of the chart.

Capture the big picture -- measure essential details . . .
If a chart is accurately drawn with the AstroTemplate, you will be also be able to use it to measure the geometry of the chart. Planets in a grand trine will form an elegant equilateral triangle. Planets in a grand cross will form a perfect square.

The so-called "major" aspects are easily found because they will all be located at or near the same degree, such as 18 degrees of Gemini and 18 degrees of Virgo. "Major" aspects tell what is obvious: what people do, their challenges, where there is ease. But some say the "minor" aspects are even more important... because they speak for the sources of our happiness. I have found them to be crucial to my understanding of a chart, whether of an individual or an major world event.

What are harmonics? . . .
If you really want to know a chart, you will have to include the "minor" aspects, the "harmonics." Harmonics are why east Indian astrology is so accurate. Harmonics are what Indian astrologers use to match couples for marriage, based on the joy they share, their mutual generosity of spirit and forgiveness -- all crucial for a happy home and happy family.

The "minors" were given back seat because simply they are not easy to calculate with the mind. We needed a tool. And now we have it -- the AstroTemplate.

For instance, a quintile (5th harmonic) is 72 degrees or 144 degrees. A septile (7th harmonic) is 51.43 degrees or 102.86 degrees or . . . Do you see what I mean? But "minor" aspects are not at all insignificant; they are extremely important -- and valuable!

They tell what people want and need and thrive on, who they are behind their masks, their actions. They tell what people treasure in their hearts. They tell what they love to do, what they are good at, what brings them joy. Harmonics tell the story of the poetic, creative, receptive, personal side of a person.

What are midpoints? . . .
Midpoint trees indicate the most important planets in the chart. When the chart is drawn accurately, you can find midpoints easily with the AstroTemplate. Midpoint trees (series of midpoints that all share the same axis) become obvious. When you find a midpoint tree, you have found the backbone of the chart. You can safely emphasize these qualities and your clients and friends will be enthusiastically, emphatically nodding their heads in agreement with your observations. "Yes! Yes! Yes!"

The timing and purpose of event charts become clear and obvious. When you begin using midpoints, you will appreciate the perfection of timing. Some planets are virtually irrelevant in some people's lives and midpoints indicate which ones to emphasize and which ones to ignore.

Midpoints symmetry is the technology behind the arabic parts and you can find them easily with the AstroTemplate. You can find static symmetry that is inborn and dynamic symmetry that occurs with transits and progressions. You can also use midpoints to discover why certain people are attracted to one another -- or are not... and why some relationships endure -- while others do not.

Deep investigation . . .
The AstroTemplate allows a far more thorough examination of the chart than any other astrological tools, including computer programs. It facilitates the in-depth comparisons of charts (synastry) and the timing of transits and solar arc.

The AstroTemplate is a must for every serious student, researcher, professional. As soon as you move "beyond sun signs" you will find the astrological details you have been really looking for! You will discover many secrets that were begging to be discovered -- you just didn't have the right tool yet. And now, here it is!

Your understanding of the art and science of astrology grows deeper and richer with midpoints and harmonics. Your own chart is full of information yet to be mined; it will make far more sense now than it ever did before. The AstroTemplate is a efficient way to draw elegant, easy-to-read, information-packed charts; charts you'll be proud of and will be able to read easily.

Accurate . . .
Perfect positioning of every point in the chart with two built-in 360-degree protractors.

Simple and easy . . .
Let the 8.25" round high-impact plastic AstroTemplate guide your pen to draw houses, signs, planets and aspects in their exact positions.

AstroLiteracy is packed with information! . . .
The most sophisticated techniques in astrology, explained in clear, simple language. AstroLiteracy: The AstroTemplate Workbook, contains many examples of the midpoints and harmonics, the elements that make a chart come alive. AstroLiteracy contains a list of recognized arabic parts -- but you will probably soon begin to see the logic behind these invaluable ancient points and begin to interpret them using keywords and your understanding of how modern astrology and psychology combine. bibliography features books on harmonics and midpoints for further reading.