Four people sit in a row of dark seats, illuminated by the glow of their handheld devices. They are huddled together in a dimly lit space, each focused on their own screen.

Behind the scenes at Here with photographer Sam Bradley

Words: Rebecca Fulleylove
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Date: 17 June 2015; Work

At this year’s Here we commissioned London-based photographer Sam Bradley to capture the day behind the scenes. Held at the Royal Geographical society, Sam has captured the grandeur of the space perfectly. With beautiful portraits of the speakers, the day’s activities and a few crowd shots, it’s a fantastic peek at one of our favourite days of the year.

Three people stand around a large, bright yellow hexagonal plinth on a green lawn. In the background, a tall brick building stands beside a row of red-brick Victorian houses. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A person wearing glasses, a white T-shirt and dark shorts sits on a green carpeted staircase. They wear bright red socks and black shoes, looking directly at the camera. — Above
Jordy van den Nieuwendijk: Photograph by Sam Bradley

A spacious, high-ceilinged room with light wooden floors and white columns. Three wooden reading desks stand in the centre, facing a long row of dark wood drawers and a large, framed painting. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A large, house-shaped frame with a black border and white roof sits on a concrete path. The interior is a bright blue and reads “Welcome to Here London” and “Curated by It’s Nice That”. — Above
Set design by Isabel + Helen: Photograph by Sam Bradley

A person wears a yellow T-shirt with the words “Here to Help” printed in black. They hold a peeled banana in their hand. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

Four people sit in a dark space, their faces and bodies partially lit by the glow of handheld devices. They are seated in rows separated by thin, illuminated rails. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A dark wooden staircase with a carved banister leads upwards. Large grid windows let in soft light, illuminating the white walls of the hallway. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

Two people pose against a dark, draped backdrop. One person sits in the foreground wearing a black T-shirt, while another stands behind them with arms crossed, wearing a dark sweatshirt and grey shorts. — Above
Haw-lin: Photograph by Sam Bradley

A collection of paintbrushes and foam brushes lay across two paint-stained cloths on a light wood surface. A small bowl of swirling red and yellow paint sits in the foreground. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A person stands in a white marquee, wearing a beige T-shirt with “Peckham Print Studio” printed on the chest. To their left is a large black metal drying rack filled with prints. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

An overhead view of an audience sitting in rows of dark cinema seats. Most people are seen from behind, their figures partially lit against the deep shadows of the theatre. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A person with glasses and a short beard sits on a set of green carpeted stairs. They wear a light-coloured short-sleeved shirt, blue jeans and white trainers. — Above
Mike Alderson: Photograph by Sam Bradley

An audience sits in rows of dark cinema seats, facing away from the camera. Some people lean forward or talk to one another, while one person in the foreground looks at a smartphone. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A person wearing glasses and a striped top stands on a green carpeted staircase. They lean against a dark wood banister in a room with cream walls. — Above
Charlotte Heal: Photograph by Sam Bradley

A tall red brick building with a large arched opening reveals a recessed facade and several white windows. To the left, a smaller ornate brick building features a decorative carved pediment. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A person seen from behind sits on concrete steps, wearing a blue button-down shirt. They are looking down at a notebook or piece of paper in their hands. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A tall, slender sculpture of a tree with a textured brown trunk and a large, flat, beige canopy. It stands in a minimalist gallery space, reflected against a window showing London brick buildings. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A large, geometric sculpture in the shape of a tilted house frame sits on a green lawn. Behind it, a white marquee is set against a backdrop of red brick buildings. — Above
Set design by Isabel + Helen: Photograph by Sam Bradley

Four people in black shirts and trousers arrange food on a long table covered with a white cloth. They are in a bright room with white wood-panelled walls and light timber floors. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

A large group of people sit on a grassy lawn, many with sketchbooks and drawing materials. They are spread across the grass in small clusters, focused on their work. — Above
Photograph by Sam Bradley

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www.samuelbradley.com
www.here-london.com
www.isabelandhelen.com

About the Author

Rebecca Fulleylove

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Rebecca Fulleylove is a freelance writer and editor specialising in art, design and culture. She is also senior writer at Creative Review, having previously worked at Elephant, Google Arts & Culture, and It’s Nice That.

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