Our 2024, 2025 & 2026 sponsors and partners -
Our 2024, 2025 & 2026 sponsors and partners -
Gap Solutions
Co-Sponsors
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Greg and Lisa Bradley at Gap Solutions have built a fantastic business in Sussex since 2005.
If you have areas in your home (or studio) that are overflowing with stuff that you would love to be neatly tucked away in a bespoke cupboard space, then you need to speak to Gap Solutions.
They provide a free measure and quote service and can create a storage solution in those unusable awkward spaces.
Visit their website here and don't forget to mention us and they will look after you like royalty.
TC Knill James
Co-Sponsors
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TC Knill James is a large accountancy practice based in Lewes that have a strong sense for supporting local communities. We have known the team at TC Knill James for over a decade and are so grateful for their support this year.
“Based in Lewes for 115 years, Knill James is a firm of dedicated accountants, tax and business advisers and making a difference to our communities is a fundamental part of our culture and values. We have a strong commitment to Sussex and are very proud to support local businesses, charities, and community groups. We believe in the value of art and especially its power to foster community, so we are delighted to be sponsoring The Sussex Contemporary which champions and celebrates talented local artists. “ Chris Ketley, Partner.
If you need any accountancy support then give them a call on 01273 480480 and tell them we sent you and they will look after you.
Preston Insurance Brokers
Co-Sponsors
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Noel and the team at Preston Insurance Brokers have been huge supporters of us at Sussex Contemporary. Not only do they provide a first rate insurance service for businesses of all sizes, they are also lovely people too.
“So proud to support The Sussex Contemporary again celebrating all things Sussex, in Sussex by Sussex! Looking forward to witnessing both the event and the extraordinary art being exhibited. Well done Jo and Jason, it's going to be epic! “- Noel Preston, Managing Partner of Preston Insurance Brokers.
You are not just a number to them and they really take the time to understand your business and offer guidance. We can’t recommend them highly enough and we are very pleased to have them back as sponsors for the third year in a row. If you have any insurance needs, give them a call on 0333 222 1188 ad mention Sussex Contemporary.
Artelium
The Artelium Artefact Prize 2024
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The Sussex Contemporary Prize is the big one and includes a £2,500 Artefact commission for the winner.
Artelium wines celebrate the innovative and creative spirit of modern English winemaking. Their still and sparkling wines are delicious (we have tested them thoroughly) and made from Noble grape varieties grown across the South Downs.
They collaborate with local and national artists, showcasing contemporary art exhibitions and have an expanding sculpture garden too.
They also produce a unique range of small batch artisan wines, made only in the finest years and produced in limited volumes. Each Artefact wine is adorned with a new commissioned artwork from a contemporary artist that reflects its individual qualities.
The Artelium Artefact Prize 2024
We are excited to announce a new partnership with Artelium who will
be awarding this prize. The prize consists of a commission of £2,500 to create artwork for their collection that will be reproduced as a label for a future artefact wine. The winner will also receive a presentation case of the limited edition wine and an opportunity for a solo exhibition and their vineyard gallery.
Lewes District Council
Venue Sponsors 2024
Sussex Print Management
Design & Print Sponsors
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Sussex Print Management is a full service print brokerage, delivering print and related services to businesses of all sizes. They only use UK-based suppliers and manage the project through from concept to delivery.
We have used Richard and his team many times over the years and can confidently recommend them. It is reassuring that he has come on board to look after our design and print needs, including our signage at the exhibition again this year.
Newhaven Port & Properties
Community Engagement
Co-Sponsor
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Newhaven is sited at the mouth of the River Ouse in East Sussex. It is an important South Coast harbour providing cross channel connections to the continent for both private passengers and commercial vehicles. Newhaven Port & Properties Limited are the Statutory Harbour Authority, and as such are responsible for the ongoing management and safety of the Port of Newhaven.
They have an obvious close connection to the exhibition venue and the local community and we are very pleased that they have come on board to support our community outreach programme.
“Newhaven Port & Properties Ltd are happy to be the Community Engagement Co-Sponsors, extending our support to the Sussex Contemporary Exhibition. Newhaven Port dates back nearly 400 years, providing an important trade and passenger link between England and France. As the Port Authority, we are committed to fostering local initiatives that resonate with the community. By championing events like the Sussex Contemporary Exhibition, we aim to cultivate a vibrant cultural landscape that celebrates diversity, creativity, and inclusivity within the community we serve.” Captain Dave Collins-Williams, Port Manager
Why do we need sponsors?
Putting on a major art exhibition in Sussex does not come cheap, particularly an art exhibition that is free to visitors. There are many hidden costs involved such as things like running this website and making sure that we have insurances in place. There is so much more to running a major art exhibition then perhaps you might think.
We didn’t want to go down the route of charging visitors to see the art, as that partly defeats the object. We really want people to see the fabulous art from Sussex artists. So to help cover the costs we look to corporate sponsors and in return for their sponsorship we promote their businesses to the art collectors, artists, other sponsors and the the art loving general public.
If people only knew how hard I work to gain my mastery. It wouldn't seem so wonderful at all.
― Michelangelo