Mary Becker: Your Year At a Glance: Talisman

Mary Becker’s series, Your Year At a Glance: Talisman, is an invitation to pause, hold, and reflect. Each of the six talismans, with names like "Helene" and "PBS Yes!," tells its own story, capturing the emotional weight of the year in its intricate design. At one end, a small frozen Charlotte figurine, symbolizing those times when life’s challenges feel inescapable and hold us still. But on the other side, your fingers meet the soft, antique silk tassel—an elegant Chinese detail that invites calm. The journey from figure to tassel feels like a gentle reminder that even in tough times, comfort and beauty are within your reach.