Scott Smith

Scott Smith is an award-winning silversmith and contemporary maker based at Deemouth Artists Studios in Aberdeen, Scotland. A QEST Scholar and founding tenant of the Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop, he is currently focused on exploring the links between early Scottish craftspeople, repetitive mark-making, and traditional carving as a meditative practice. Working primarily with precious metals and reclaimed wood, Scott engages in processes such as carving, raising, and casting to reflect on the authenticity of replicas and the enduring significance of Pictish carvings. His use of repetitive, mindful techniques draws on the traditions of ancient Scottish makers, grounding his work in both history and reflection. Scott’s recent pieces often take the form of handheld silverware—objects equally at home on a dining table or in the rugged Scottish landscapes that inspire them. His practice is increasingly shaped by environmental responsiveness and intuitive making, allowing material, instinct, and spontaneity to guide the creative process.