Discover the art of metalwork with global makers exploring heritage, sustainability, and contemporary craft.

ANNEAL | Craft, Inheritance and Future of Metal

Celebrated by The Guardian, Forbes, Condé Nast, GQ, Dezeen, and Country & Townhouse as a leading platform for makers, Cluster Crafts presents ANNEAL, a major international exhibition celebrating the evolving language of contemporary metal craft. Bringing together established makers, emerging practitioners, jewellers, silversmiths and educators from around the world, ANNEAL explores how centuries-old techniques continue to shape the future of contemporary making.

The exhibition examines the relationship between heritage, sustainability and innovation through works spanning contemporary jewellery, silversmithing, sculpture and experimental metalwork. Forging, casting, engraving, chasing and surface finishing are reimagined through contemporary perspectives, demonstrating how traditional craftsmanship continues to evolve in response to new materials, technologies and cultural conversations.

Why Attend?

Immersive Exhibition: Encounter sculptures, jewellery and objects that blend timeless techniques with contemporary vision.

Global Makers: Meet metalsmiths from around the world, showcasing rare and highly skilled craft.

Global Reach & Awards: Featuring partnerships and awards given by prestigious institutions such as SNAG (https://www.instagram.com/snagmetalsmith/) , Hereford College of Arts (https://www.hca.ac.uk/), Contemporary British Silversmiths (https://contemporarybritishsilversmiths.org/), Society of Designer Craftsmen (https://societyofdesignercraftsmen.org.uk/), this fair opens doors for emerging talent and established artist alike.

📍 Location: KOPPEL Collective Gallery, 157 Regent's Park Rd, Chalk Farm, London NW1 8BB

📅 Dates & Opening Hours:

Private/Opening Night:

26 NOV | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM

The opening evening will also celebrate renowned engraver and silversmith Alan Craxford, with a special presentation of signed copies of his acclaimed publication In Search of the Blindingly Obvious.

Open to the Public:

26 NOV - 4 DEC | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Join us at ANNEAL and witness the enduring power of metal, where heritage and innovation converge. → RSVP now for free to secure your place!

About Cluster

Founded in 2016, CLUSTER has become one of London's leading independent platforms supporting emerging and established artists working across craft, jewellery, illustration and photography. Over the past decade the organisation has presented more than thirty exhibitions and fairs while supporting over 1,200 creatives through exhibitions, residencies, mentorships and international partnerships.

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