welcome to artwave

The visual arts festival for Lewes District

DATE FOR THE DIARY!

Artwave Festival 2010

Saturday 28th August -
Sunday 12th September 2010

Entry Forms will be available in March 2010.

For further information or to request entry forms, please email artwave@lewes.gov.uk

29th August – 13th September 2009

Artwave is the annual visual arts festival for the Lewes District in East Sussex, showcasing the inspirational works of local artists and makers in venues across the District. From farmhouses to metal workshops, gardens to industrial sites, visual art is displayed for all to enjoy and the event is a must for any creative diary.

Artwave offers a fantastic opportunity for visitors to view artwork by experts and novices side by side, with the opportunity to buy pieces directly from the artists and makers - finding out exactly what moved them to create.

Artwave is managed by the Tourism and Economic Development Team, Lewes District Council.

Download the Artwave 2009 brochure (975Kb, pdf)

Competitions

Each year Artwave holds competitions, including the annual Artwave Art Competition sponsored by the Order of Bards Ovates & Druids.

Order of Bards Ovates & Druids Art Award

For the fourth year running 'The Order of the Bards, Ovates & Druids sponsored the Artwave 2009 Art competition titled 'The Gods in the Landscape'.

The Open House Competition

The Open House competition sponsored by ‘Lastest 7’ invites visitors to vote for the 2009 favourite Artwave venue. The winner will be featured in a subsequent edition of ‘The Latest’ - by voting you will automatically be entered into our prize draw to win an annual family pass to Newhaven Fort.

Each Open House will have voting cards available throughout the festival.