Where Poppies Grow is powered by a close-knit group of makers, artists, builders, researchers, performers and problem-solvers, brought together by a shared love of telling stories.
Everyone brings something different to the table, but what unites us is a willingness to muck in, share what we know and find a way to make things happen — often with more imagination than budget.
Some of us have been here since the beginning. Others have joined along the way. Together, we're the gang behind Where Poppies Grow.
Ever since seeing Jurassic Park’s triceratops on a childhood trip to America, I was hooked on the magic of storytelling.
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As a Design Engineer by trade, my path into filmmaking began alongside my wife, Lyndsey.
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Dad was always making, painting, building or planning something, and I spent a lot of my childhood hanging around workshops, film sets and various slightly mad projects.
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I first entered filmmaking through my twin sister, Lyndsey, who has been directing since leaving school.
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I’m a multi-award-winning filmmaker with a passion for acting, so Pendragon gives me the opportunity to enjoy both sides of the camera.
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I’ve been a collector of militaria, with a strong leaning towards the aviation side of things, for over forty years.
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I’ve always had a creative streak, and prop and set design has fascinated me for as long as I can remember.
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My route into filmmaking has been a little unconventional. Before joining the studio, I spent 22 years serving in the Armed Forces.
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I first became involved with Where Poppies Grow through Pendragon, helping to find and source the talent needed to bring its characters to life.
READ MOREWPG simply wouldn't exist without the incredible support of the many volunteers who have given their time, skills and energy over the years.
From builders and painters, costumers, drivers, caterers and everything in between- you are the backbone of what we do.
