Trace & Talisman

The Royal Melusine Collection is Coming.

Five mixed-media collage works exploring the transformation, mystery, and the continuing relevance of the enchanting Melusine

© Cayce Pollard. All rights reserved.

Work

My work is created in the quiet clarity of the early morning, where I trace the symbols of ancient deities to create physical talismans for your home. This collection includes five unique pieces—ranging from grand focal works to intimate miniature talismans.
To build these pieces, I draw upon thirty years of mastery in jewelry design to influence this intricate, hand-worked process. I layer my own textures and drawings with hand-selected fragments from the works of long-dead masters, blending classical composition with the precision of a jeweler’s eye. Each piece is an original, hand-wrought collage of history and spirit—a physical manifestation of the myths I trace.

About

The name Trace & Talisman reflects the two halves of my creative process. To Trace is to investigate—to follow the faint, dusty lines of history, folklore, and ancient symbols to see where they lead. The Talisman is the result: a physical, textured object of power and beauty meant to protect and inspire its keeper. Together, they represent a journey from the magick of the old world into your world.

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