Why do we smile in photos? Should we? When does a smile elevate a portrait… and when does it ruin one? In this episode of Double Exposure,
photographers Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand explore one of the most deceptively simple – and surprisingly deep – topics in portrait photography.
From Victorian non-smiles to Hollywood grins and the science of the Duchenne smile, Cambridge and Hugo unpack the history, psychology and culture behind that tiny curve of the mouth that can change an entire image.
Along the way pick up some unlikely top tips on getting the best smiles, including horse noises and clenching your buttocks – yes, really!
What you’ll discover in this episode:
• Why people didn’t smile in early portraits
• The rise of the modern smile (1950s onwards)
• Secrets of the Duchenne smile
• When to smile, and when not to
• Cultural differences
• Why the late Queen’s natural smile was so rarely seen.
Hosted by royal photographer Hugo Burnand and celebrity portrait photographer Cambridge Jones, Double Exposure is the podcast that gives you a new angle on life through the lens of photography and photographers. 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 [email protected]
Series producer: Eve Streeter
Videographer: Gavin Burridge
Managing editor: William Miller
Music by Eclectic Sounds
A Raconteur Studios production
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Exclusive David Bailey Q&A: Mick Jagger, luck and self-doubt (Part 2)
A rare glimpse into the world of legendary British photographer David Bailey. In the second part of their exclusive interview, Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand reveal more stories and style secrets of the man who redefined portrait photography. How does he deal with self-doubt? What makes a great photographer? Can Hugo guess Bailey’s answers?
In Part 2 of this special Q&A, discover:
· How to take a portrait like Bailey
· His view on luck in photography
· The story behind the film Blow Up
· The ethos behind his portrait of Mick Jagger
· And the importance of tea in taking portraits
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 and photographers. 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 [email protected]
Series producer: Eve Streeter
Videographer: Gavin Burridge
Managing editor: William Miller
Music by Eclectic Sounds
A Raconteur Studios production
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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 [email protected]
Series producer: Eve Streeter
Managing editor: William Miller
Music by Eclectic Sounds
A Raconteur Studios production
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How photographers see beauty: debunking the ‘unphotogenic’ myth
Think you’re “just not photogenic”? Think again. In this episode, Cambridge and Hugo break down why the idea of being unphotogenic is a myth. Discover a photographer’s insider tips for feeling confident on camera, posing naturally, and capturing the best version of yourself.
Find out about a photogenic equation, breaking out of the “doom loop” and posing tips that actually work. Plus, photographing Bruce Oldfield, Princess Alexandra and how the pursuit of beauty ideals leads to an alarming place.
Hosted by Hugo Burnand, King Charles's official portrait photographer, and Cambridge Jones, called Britain's answer to Annie Leibovitz, Double Exposure is the podcast that brings you a new angle on the world we live in through the lens of photography - plus learn some photography tips along the way. 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 [email protected]
Series producer: Eve Streeter
Managing editor: William Miller
Music by Eclectic Sounds
A Raconteur Studios production
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Berlin 1989: how Cambridge captured the fall of the Wall
How do you photograph history in the making – especially as a 22-year-old with no formal training? In this episode of Double Exposure, Cambridge tells Hugo his incredible story of photographing the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Armed only with a camera and his instincts, Cambridge arrived in Berlin just as the Iron Curtain began to crack.
Discover how he captured a defining moment in world history in 16 striking black and white street photographs – images that tell a powerful story of political change, human emotion and a profound psychological moment.
This episode explores the art of street photography, the power of visual storytelling, and how major historical events shape an artist’s eye. Whether you're an aspiring photographer or a history enthusiast, you'll learn how photography teaches us to see – and why your unique perspective matters.
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 [email protected]
Series producer: Eve Streeter
Music by Eclectic Sounds
A Raconteur Studios production
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What really happens when Hollywood legends, rock icons, prime ministers and royalty step in front of the lens?
Hosted by Hugo Burnand – official photographer to King Charles III – and Cambridge Jones, described as Britain’s answer to Annie Leibovitz, Double Exposure is your backstage pass to the world of photography. It’s like overhearing conversations at an exclusive after-party, where stories about life and art are shared, and the truth behind some of history’s most iconic images is revealed.
They’ve photographed everyone from Al Pacino and Ozzy Osbourne to Victoria Beckham and the late Queen, capturing the faces that have shaped our culture. Now, Hugo and Cambridge lift the curtain on how those portraits – and some of the greatest images of the last century – really came about: what went right, what nearly went wrong, and how instinct, trust, timing (and yes, a touch of luck) turned fleeting moments into unforgettable pictures.
Each episode is part masterclass, part confessional – blending behind-the-scenes anecdotes with hard-won wisdom. Expect lighting secrets, compositional tricks, the psychology of working with power and fame, and the delicate art of putting a subject at ease. You’ll also meet the photographers who inspire them - and uncover the untold stories behind Hugo and Cambridge themselves.
In a world awash with snapshots, Double Exposure shows you how to truly see – and once you’ve heard these stories, you’ll never look at a photograph in quite the same way again.
Visual references:
Visit https://instagram.com/hugoandjones to see the photographs discussed in each episode – plus, want answers to your own photography questions? Send them to Cambridge and Hugo via Instagram or email at double.exposureATraconteur.tv
Series producer: Victoria Shepherd
Executive producer: Eve Streeter
Managing editor: William Miller
Music by Eclectic Sounds
A Raconteur Studios production
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