Christoph Weißhaar

Christoph Weißhaar serves as a Lecturer in the Workshop for gold and silversmiths at the Academy of Fine Arts Nuremberg, where he has held teaching positions since 2016. His role combines practical workshop instruction with ongoing research and development work for the eyewear manufacturer weareannu GmbH since 2018. As an active practitioner, his work appears in major collections including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and the Museum of Applied Arts in Frankfurt.

His educational background includes:

• Studies at the Academy of Fine Arts in Nuremberg in the class for gold and silversmiths (2004-2009)
• Scholarship at the State Academy of Art and Design Karlsruhe (2007/08)
• Training as a silversmith at the State Vocational School for Glass and Jewelry, Kaufbeuren/Neugablonz (1998-2001)
• Born in Munich (1980)

Weißhaar's professional focus centers on contemporary gold and silversmithing techniques, jewelry design, and metalwork craftsmanship. His practice bridges traditional silversmithing methods with modern design approaches, evident in award-winning pieces like his 2013 Silver 925 sugar bowl. His work frequently explores the intersection of functional objects and artistic expression within the craft tradition.

His significant recognition in the field includes:

• Multiple Bavarian State Prizes for design and craftsmanship
• POTT:DESIGN-AWARD first prize (2021)
• Hessian State Prize for German Arts and Crafts (2018)
• International Silver Triennial awards

Weißhaar maintains an active studio practice in Nuremberg since 2009 while contributing to the academy's workshop instruction. His professional network includes collaborations with Gallery Rosemarie Jäger for international exhibitions across Europe. His career demonstrates the integration of teaching, professional practice, and exhibition participation within the contemporary craft ecosystem.