Lewes threw a huge party to celebrate the launch of the biggest visual arts festival in the south.
Carnival scenes hit the High Street as the district council's month-long Artwave festival opened on Friday with a street party showcasing new bands and theatre performances.
Hundreds of studios, houses and workshops throughout the Lewes area will be open to visitors during the festival which continues until September 23.
Full brochures listing all exhibitions are available from the Tourist Information Centre at 132 High Street, Lewes.
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