Make your own clay talisman and join in the Od Arts Festival which takes place 26 – 28 May. Talismans are traditionally portable objects endowed with magical properties, usually to protect the owner, made to fit comfortably in the hand, something to hold tightly whilst walking. Imagine smugglers navigating the dark leafy lanes at night, slightly fearful of being discovered, but given courage by holding a talisman as they walk.