This is one of my favourite shots from The St Leonards Festival 2007. I was lucky enough to find myself up on stage with Aswad (well to the side of the stage!). I spent most of my creative energy capturing Aswad as they were enthralling a very appreciative local audience. However, I kept noticing the enthusiasm of the crowd and couldn't ignore them any longer. I took quite a few shots but this is one of my faves as I love the expression and gesture of the young girl on her father's shoulders. Fortunately, Lucy (the mother of the young girl) also loves the shot and has recently become a Channel Hastings newsletter subscriber too :)

The St Leonards Festival always brims over with great photographic opportunities and this year should be no exception. Don't miss it!

Here's the official blurb: St Leonards Festival: Saturday 11 July 2009

The fourth St Leonards festival celebrates the rich diversity of our community. Local bands, vocalists, dancers, comedians and community groups bring entertainment to you from around the world. This is the first opportunity for many of our new local artists to perform in front of a large audience. 

All age groups can enjoy the day - there is an exciting programme in the children's marquee for the younger visitors; sports, skate boarding and Sumo wrestling for older children; a wonderful world market in Kings Road as well as entertainment all day long in Warrior Square, including The Real Thing, our headline band for all you real music lovers.

This year's highlights:
* The Real Thing
* The Swingin’ Elvises
* The Kytes
* Carnival Procession

Terry Russell