Oliver Smith is a skilled silversmith, based in Canberra. He has a particular interest in putting his one-off items of silver cutlery into production in stainless steel.

In 2003 and 2005 Smith received grants to help him develop his ‘Generation’ series of tableware, working with industries in Sydney. Smith values the two-way benefits of collaboration with industry, and applies what he learns to his next designs.

His plans for the future involve exploring different materials, such as cast iron or recyclable plastics. Other collaborations include the Bell project for the Australiana Fund, and the Banquet project. He looks for opportunities where he can unite his skills with the strengths of another process, material or individual.