Elswyth

From Elswyth, a collection attentive to the small illuminations that gather in winter darkness.

Culmstock Church was almost entirely dark, save for the soft pools of light that caught on brass, carved wood and the glow of stained glass. The chandeliers shimmered with quiet radiance overhead, their reflections scattered like threads across the shadows. Near the lectern, the deep purple of Advent hung against stone worn smooth by centuries of touch and devotion. Outside, the porch opened into night surrounded by windows burning with colour. Within this gentle light, the stillness of Compline settled over the space – a choral hush held close against the dark.

Finding light at the end of a dark winter’s day – a beautiful service of Compline by Ad Hoc Voices.

Words and images © Kate Coldrick – part of the Elswyth collection.