Annie Higgins, Metal Worker

Annie Higgins, from Birmingham, originally trained as a blacksmith and has since worked as a technical assistant at the Birmingham School of Jewellery.

She is developing skills in silver raising, fabrication and non-ferrous TIG welding with Loewe Craft Prize finalist Kevin Gray. On completion she plans to set up her own business while continuing to support others.

Annie’s bursary is funded by The Royal Mint.