Celebrating Local Artists & Makers
This year Artwave brought together hundreds of artists and makers with tens of thousands of visitors across the Lewes District and surrounding area.
From artists’ studios and private homes to potteries, farms, churches and even disused windmills, this year’s festival opened the doors to more than 170 venues, many welcoming visitors for the first time.
Visitors explored exhibitions, discovered new places, met the people behind the work and, we hope, found something special to take home.
Although this year’s festival has now finished, you can still explore the 2026 Artwave guide and discover the artists and makers who took part.
Keep Supporting Local Artists & Makers
Artwave may be over for another year, but the creative community continues all year round.
Keep discovering the artists and makers who make this area so special, follow their work, visit their studios and exhibitions, and support them by buying local and commissioning work. Every purchase, visit and recommendation helps our local creative community thrive.
Thank you to all the artists, makers, venues, volunteers, supporters and visitors who made Artwave 2026 possible — and helped make it another memorable celebration of creativity across the Lewes District.
Artwave returns 4th to 19th September 2027
Art at Gorringe’s
This year Artwave was supported by Gorringe's as our Headline Sponsor. Gorringe's is a Lewes-based family business that has been selling fine art, furniture, jewellery, silver, watches, ceramics, and Asian art since 1929, when Rodin's The Kiss was offered in their first sale at Lewes House.
To discuss your own item or collection, their Lewes saleroom is open Monday – Saturday for complimentary valuations, or head to their Tunbridge Wells office every Tuesday, 1pm – 5pm, and Thursday, 9am – 5pm (no appointment necessary).