Burnt Arachnid

Ellie-Mae - Bass & Vocals

Years ago, my son was the drummer in a "punk" band - more Alkaline Trio than The Sex Pistols; it was that era. They did ok, got to tour the UK and Europe a few times and play at a number of festivals throughout the continent, including the Leeds and Reading Festival, which was nice as I got complimentary tickets. The reason I mention this, apart from being their driver (until they passed their driving tests) I also used to take photos for them and video their sets. It was a really enjoyable time of my life (although I did feel very old watching the mosh pit and the Wall of Death).

Alex - Guitar & Vocals

When the guys finally called it a day, I pretty much stopped doing gig photography though it was something I enjoyed and really missed. Most of their crew knew me and I didn't feel so much an interloper. Most of the bands around now are perhaps young enough to be my grandchildren, so it would be a bit odd for me to be in amongst them clicking away.

Owen - Drums

So when Ellie-Mae, a friend of quite a few years and a model I have worked with lots over the years asked if I would come and take some shots of their first gig I jumped at the chance. They, along with a number of other bands, were playing at a free festival in Lincoln raising money for a couple of local charities. I was a bit gobsmacked by the size of the crowd, apparently there was around 3000 people milling around (there were other activities apart from the bands).

Ellie-Mae

It was good to be there, enjoying the music and taking shots. Their band name is Burnt Arachnid and for the festival they played a wide range of covers including "I Hate Myself for Loving You", "Seven Nation Army" and "Superstition" performed in their own style. I love the ambience of festivals but shooting is pretty straightforward, especially during daylight, and, if I'm honest, the images aren't as "gritty" as those taken in a dirty dive, with bad lighting. But the band were happy with the shots, so at the end of the day, I guess that is all that matters,

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I can mostly be found shooting models, aviation, motorsports and, when I can, wildlife. But I enjoy most aspects of photography. You can find more of my work on the links below.

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