Rising Stars 2025

Rising Stars 2025, a nationally curated platform that champions early-career makers. The programme provides emerging talent with an unparalleled opportunity to connect with collectors and showcase their work. For collectors, Rising Stars is an exclusive chance to discover and invest in the next generation of talent, contributing to the future of British craft and design.

The 2025 makers include: Xinyi Chen, Jane Frost, Asherah (Zeina Al Khaznachi), Serenity Hubick, Pippa Hufton, Fan Ji, Ali Jarvis, Matt Loughlin, Clare Maiden, Makila Nsika, Helena Powell, Zillah Puri, Helen Restorick, YouJin Seo, Jessica White, Iara Talledo Violani, Hwajeong Yeo, Ziyan Wang, Wanyan Wu, and Breesha Partington.
One maker will win a solo exhibition in 2026 and receive a one-to-one coaching session with craft business expert Caroline Jackman, helping them develop their practice and expand collector engagement.

Supported by the Billmeir Charitable Trust, UCA, Making Goode, Crafts Study Centre and The Bulb Shed.