Skills Academy “Metal Learning – Summer Class” at SKAC, Tokyo

The Fondation d'entreprise Hermès presents “Metal Learning – Summer Class,” the latest iteration of its Skills Academy program, on view from July 15 to August 16, 2026, at SKAC (SKWAT KAMEARI ART CENTRE) in Tokyo. The exhibition brings together four artists—Leonor Serrano Rivas, Playfool, Sayaka Shimada, and Shin Okuyama—who explore metal as a medium through installation and interactive works. The show is part of the foundation's ongoing initiative to support craft and artistic experimentation, with a focus on material knowledge and hands-on learning. The venue, SKAC, is a contemporary art space in Tokyo's Kameari district, known for hosting experimental projects. The exhibition includes installation views documented by the artists, showcasing a range of approaches to metal, from sculptural forms to participatory designs. The Skills Academy program, initiated by the Hermès foundation, aims to foster dialogue between traditional craftsmanship and contemporary art, and this summer class continues that mission by inviting artists to engage with metal in unexpected ways. The exhibition is open to the public, and further details are available on the Hermès Japan website.