A picturesque fishing village, with narrow wynds running down to the working harbour, Pittenweem’s unique atmosphere has attracted many artists over the years.

Frequently shown in paintings, Pittenweem presently has about thirty artists resident in the village and more in the surrounding chain of small villages set along this lovely coastline, known as the East Neuk of Fife.

The Festival hosts both well-established artists and newcomers. Some of the past invited artists are mentioned in the archive.

INVITED ARTISTS 2011

Kate Downie

This year we are pleased to present:

Kate Downie with a drawing installation inspired by civil engineering.

The scrap-metal animal sculptures of Helen Denerley which will appear on the Outer Pier at the harbour.

Alex Muir: milliner of distinction. Pittenweem-based Alex's exhibition celebrates fifty years of hat creation.

Pum Dunbar: artist and collagist.

A specially curated exhibition of the work of students at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art.

There are over 100 artists exhibiting in the village in houses, garages, studios, gardens and anywhere that has wall space. There is also the Open Art Exhibition to view.

These exhibitions, including the invited artists, are all free to visitors to the Pittenweem Arts Festival.

Please note that there is no cash machine in Pittenweem. The Post Office in Pittenweem gives free cash withdrawals for most major banks. Most galleries and shops will accept cards. The nearest ATMs are in Anstruther.

Follow day-to-day happenings and further news at:

http://www.pittenweemartsfestival.blogspot.com/

Two of Helen Denerley's amazing sculptures, now occupying the outer pier and just fitting in naturally.