Just over a week ago, I had the pleasure and privilege of capturing some images of Propellor's performance, Flight which played to a full house at the Brewery Arts, Kendal. Inspired by Mark Cocker's book, Birds and People, Flight is the second project of Propellor, a 12-piece ensemble who make audio-visual performances mapping our collective experience of the visual world. Alongside this kind of work, I also work as a Lake District wedding photographer, capturing weddings across Cumbria and the wider region.

“Flight explores the interconnected worlds of birds, soundscape ecology and music, tracing lines between the birds of our imaginations and the science of our times.”

Flight is an incredibly immersive and moving performance that's both ambitious and thought-provoking. If you missed it, then worry not; look out for more coming soon, as Flight goes on tour.


Thanks to everyone at Propellor, the Brewery Arts Centre and all the creatives involved. Awesome performance! Below is a small selection of some of my favourites. If you need a commercial photographer in Cumbria for your project, get in touch.

Musicians stand on stage with dynamic wave-like lighting patterns above in dramatic black and white.
Orchestra ensemble performs on darkened stage with purple lighting and 'Flight' text displayed above.
Musicians perform on dimly lit stage with blue lighting and projected celestial imagery overhead.
Dramatic black and white portrait of violinist performing with intense concentration.
Black and white image of violinist performing in dramatic lighting wearing glasses.
Musician at keyboard captured in moody black and white portrait during performance.
Musician playing clarinet in black and white dramatic stage lighting.
Orchestra performs under ethereal blue lighting with web-like projection effects.
Musician plays clarinet against cosmic blue projection background during performance.
Black and white portrait of clarinet player performing with music stand.
Musician performing on a vibraphone during a concert in dramatic black and white lighting.
Musicians performing on stage with instruments illuminated in deep blue theatrical lighting.
Musician playing vibraphone in a dark concert setting with blue lighting effects.
Clarinetist performing on stage bathed in dramatic blue lighting with sheet music.
Artist reviewing sheet music in dramatic black and white lighting during performance.
Percussionist playing vibraphone on dimly lit stage with music stand.
Dramatic silhouetted concert performance with bright starburst lighting effects.
Concert stage with blue and pink geometric light projections creating an atmospheric scene.
Performer silhouetted against orange stage lighting with drum kit visible in background.
Orchestra performing on stage with colorful firework-like visuals projected behind them.
Musician playing trombone during jazz performance under purple stage lighting.
Musician plays a woodwind instrument on stage under dramatic purple lighting during a performance.
Performer playing percussion instruments under blue stage lighting.
Dramatic stage performance with swirling light effects and flowing fabric in purple and blue tones.
Artistic performance featuring blue lighting and fabric elements on a dark stage.
Dramatic silhouette of a performer against blue stage lights and smoke effects.
Artistic black and white portrait with dramatic shadows and textured elements.
Theatrical performance scene bathed in deep blue lighting with textural elements.
Dynamic stage performance captured in electric blue lighting with ethereal effects.
Black and white image showing performance details on stage floor with dramatic lighting.
Black and white performance photograph capturing dynamic stage movement.
Electronic music performance with cables and equipment lit by purple stage lighting.
Dimly lit concert stage with musical equipment silhouetted against warm orange lighting.
Abstract tangle of cables and electronic equipment illuminated by vibrant purple stage lights.
Silhouetted performer at an electronic music setup in dramatic black and white lighting.
Live performance stage with geometric visuals projected on screen and purple ambient lighting.
Stage performer in flowing garment with ethereal wave projections in purple lighting.
Large concert venue with wave-like visual projections and musicians performing on stage.
Musician playing xylophone with candlelight creating ambient shadows on stage.
Close-up of mallets against blurred teal and dark background during musical performance.
Musician playing upright bass in dramatic black and white portrait lighting.
Colorful light display showing the word 'Connected' with silhouettes of audience members against bright illumination.
A musician performs at a drumset on stage with colorful lighting and the word 'Swift' displayed in background.
A performer in flowing costume illuminated by dramatic red and blue stage lighting.
A dramatic performance on stage with red and blue lighting creating a mystical atmosphere.
Dancer in flowing fabric performs under purple stage lights creating dramatic movement.
Dynamic stage performance featuring flowing purple fabric under dramatic theatrical lighting.
Theatrical performance with flowing costume movements captured under vibrant red and purple lighting.
Stage performance with flowing costumes and instruments silhouetted against blue lighting effects.
Black and white photo of a stage performance with dramatic lighting and flowing movement.
Two performers interact on stage under bright theatrical spotlights.
Dramatic black and white photo of a performer in dark clothing on stage during an intense theatrical moment.
Performer kneeling on stage with dramatic red lighting and musicians in the background.
Artistic black and white photo of stage performers with music stands in low light.
Musicians performing on stage under vibrant purple lighting with instruments.
String musician performing in profile under dramatic stage lighting.
Close-up of an ornate double bass scroll illuminated by purple stage lights.
Atmospheric performance space lit by decorative paper lanterns creating warm ambient lighting.
Stage performers standing beneath illuminated paper lantern decorations in warm lighting.
Silhouette of performer in striped shirt against warm glowing lantern light.
Dark concert hall illuminated by multiple glowing paper lanterns creating intimate atmosphere.