Exclusive David Bailey Q&A: behind the lens with Britain’s iconic photographer (Part 1)

Step inside the mind of legendary British photographer David Bailey in this exclusive interview. If his camera could talk what’s the most embarrassing thing it would say about him? Can technical ability get in the way of the creative process? Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand dive deep into the stories, secrets and signature style of the man who redefined portrait photography.

In Part 1 of this special Q&A, discover:

The formative influences that shaped Bailey’s bold visual style

Why white backgrounds and eye contact became trademarks of his iconic portraits

How fellow photographer Norman Parkinson got a poker-faced Bailey to smile

And a surprising story involving the infamous Kray Twins

Get an unfiltered look into Bailey’s world – witty, raw and totally original.

Hosted by royal photographer Hugo Burnand and celebrity portrait photographer Cambridge Jones, Double Exposure is the podcast that gives you a new angle on the world we live in through the lens of photography. Follow us on Instagram @hugoandjones to see the photographs featured in each episode or visit the Double Exposure podcast on YouTube. Plus, want answers to your own photography questions? Send them to Cambridge and Hugo via Instagram or email at double.exposure@raconteur.tv

Series producer: Eve Streeter

Managing editor: William Miller

Music by Eclectic Sounds

A Raconteur Studios production

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