Festival Photography: Boardmasters Surf & Music Festival 2024
Boardmasters 2024
Client
Vision 9 | Boardmasters
Location
Watergate Bay, Newquay
The Brief
Working with the official Boardmasters festival team, I captured the live music experience and festival atmosphere across multiple stages in Newquay. The goal was to document headline performances, crowd energy, and immersive festival environments.
The Approach
I took a dynamic, story-driven approach on the music stages—photographing headliners such as Stormzy, Sam Fender, and Chase & Status in action—while capturing candid crowd reactions, festival branding, and the unique Cornish seaside setting. Shooting from vantage points overlooking the beach and sea, I framed performances against golden sunsets and rolling waves, adding a dramatic coastal backdrop to the live music experience. Working closely with production teams, I ensured the shots highlighted stage design, sponsor activations, and fan moments throughout the five-day event.
The Result
The final gallery delivered Boardmasters with high-impact visuals for press materials, social media campaigns, and sponsor reports. These images showcase the music-centric spirit of the festival and provide versatile assets for marketing future editions.