David Maynard is a London based live music and landscape photographer.

He is dedicated to capturing the authentic essence of live music events and the vibrant spirit of grassroots venues. His keen eye for detail and ability to connect with performers allows him to create powerful performance portraits that celebrate both the artists and the spaces they inhabit. By documenting these crucial moments in the UK live music scene, in his ongoing project ‘In At The Ground Floor’, David highlights the importance of grassroots venues as integral components of the live music industry's ecosystem. His work not only showcases exceptional talent but also tells the stories of the places where these artistic expressions flourish.

Away from the city, David's ‘Coast’ project captures the unique light along the UK's & Europe’s coastlines, transforming seascapes into evocative images. By utilising natural light at different times and in varying weather conditions, he reveals the textures and colors of coastal locations, inviting viewers to experience the serene beauty and energy of the sea. Each photograph tells a story, reflecting the landscape's shifting moods and the connection between nature and human experience, often contrasting natural beauty with the social and economic realities of coastal towns. Through this project, he showcases our relationship with the meeting points of land & sea.

David is available for gigs, tours, collaborations & commissions.

Images are available for license as digital files or for sale as museum quality prints or original polaroids.