Collect Open Q&A Session
Tuesday 26th May, 11:00
Collect Open is an annual showcase of bold, craft-led installations by artists and collectives, presented as part of Collect, the art fair for contemporary craft and collectible design. The next edition will take place at Somerset House from 26–28 February 2027 (previews 24–25 February).
Led by Caroline Jackman, curator and business consultant for Collect Open, and Sarah Dormer, senior fair manager of Collect art fair, this online session will guide you through the application process and help you decide whether Collect Open 2027 is the right opportunity for you. You'll also hear firsthand from Collect Open 2026 participant, marquetry artist Olly Fathers about his experience.
Led by Caroline Jackman, curator and business consultant for Collect Open, and Sarah Dormer, senior fair manager of Collect art fair, this online session will guide you through the application process and help you decide whether Collect Open 2027 is the right opportunity for you. You'll also hear firsthand from Collect Open 2026 participant, marquetry artist Olly Fathers about his experience.
There will be plenty of time for questions, and the Q&A will be recorded with a watch-back link shared afterwards.
Collect Open is presented in partnership with Spinocchia Freund.
Collect Open is presented in partnership with Spinocchia Freund.
Image caption: Kamilah Ahmed, The Life Above, suspended silk, banana fibre and brass installation, exhibited at Somerset House as part of Collect Open 2026.