Every year as August approaches my excitement levels steadily increase as I know I'll soon return to Catton Hall and see all the familiar faces again.

Four days of chaos, energy, and metal theatrics means every frame is a chance to capture something unforgettable. The beauty of photographing Bloodstock isn’t just the bands. The festival’s campsites, markets, and bars are a treasure trove for candid shots. Fans in battle jackets, corpse paint, and cosplay add personality and culture to every photo. Late-night sing-alongs, friends sharing beers, and impromptu crowd moments tell a story just as vivid and important as any stage performance.

I felt that Bloodstock 2023 was a perfect mix of spectacle, raw energy, and metal culture. Every stage offered something unique — from technical mastery to pyrotechnic flair — while the fans themselves were a living, breathing subject that made every photo tell a story. Memory cards were full, ears were ringing, and dust coated every lens, but the images captured the essence of a festival where music and passion collide.