Double Exposure
Double Exposure is a photography podcast hosted by Hugo Burnand, official photographer to King Charles III, and Cambridge Jones. Each episode takes listeners behind the scenes of iconic portraits of celebrities, musicians, politicians and royalty. The hosts share the stories, techniques and lucky moments that shaped famous images, blending masterclass insights with personal anecdotes. It offers a backstage pass to the world of high-profile photography.
Episodes
Inside the World of Cecil Beaton Part 2: Photo Deep Dive
In part 2 of their Cecil Beaton special, Hugo Burnand and Cambridge Jones
dive deeper into the photographer’s extraordinary career, exploring his wartime photography and his creative triumph with My Fair Lady. Inspired by the Cecil Beaton exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery in London, they analyse some of his most iconic portraits including of artist Salvador Dali, and fellow photographer
Inside the World of Cecil Beaton Part 1: Fashion, Fame and Reinvention
Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand explore the dazzling world of Cecil Beaton – one of Britain’s most influential photographers. From Hollywood portraits to Vogue fashion shoots and iconic images of the Royal Family, Beaton was the master of creativity within the frame. But was he
actually a photographer?
Find out what happened behind the scenes of his shoots with Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monr
A conversation with Martin Parr (part 1)
“Very rarely do people get as close to being accurate as you have.”
In this special and unplanned episode of Double Exposure, hosts Hugo Burnand and Cambridge Jones share the first part of an interview recorded with the great British photographer Martin Parr just weeks before his sudden death.
In mid-November the team went to meet Martin at his foundation in Bristol, not knowing it would be on
Lee Miller Part 2: war photography, Hitler’s bath and rediscovery
In a special two-part series, Hugo and Cambridge explore the extraordinary life of Lee Miller – accidental model, muse, surrealist pioneer, Vogue photographer and war correspondent and take a deep dive into the photographs that define her most iconic work and style.
In the second episode, Cambridge and Hugo explore her groundbreaking – and harrowing – work as a WWII war correspondent, including
Lee Miller Part 1: model, muse and surrealist photographer
In a special two-part series, Hugo and Cambridge explore the extraordinary life of Lee Miller – accidental model, muse, surrealist pioneer, Vogue photographer, war correspondent, and a woman whose story is as remarkable as it is deeply poignant. In each episode they take a deep dive into the photographs that define her most iconic work and style.
Huge thanks to the Lee Miller Archive who we hav
Should you smile in photos? A portrait photographer’s guide
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 t
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:
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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
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, photogr
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 his
Family portrait tips: capturing memories that last
Most of us agree — if your house was on fire, the family photos would be the first thing you’d save. In this episode of Double Exposure, photographers Hugo Burnand and Cambridge Jones explore why family photographs hold such emotional power — and how to take portraits that truly last.
They share professional family photography tips, from creating authentic smiles and managing reluctant children t
A kidnapping, a farm and a camera. The improbable story of Cambridge Jones
What happens when the photographer becomes the subject? In this episode of Double Exposure, Hugo Bernard turns the lens on his co-host, portrait photographer Cambridge Jones, uncovering the life stories and influences behind his work.
Cambridge reflects on his unconventional upbringing – from being kidnapped as a toddler to growing up on a Welsh hill farm – and how these early experiences shaped
Let there be light
Light is the heart of every photograph, shaping mood, emotion and meaning — whether softened by clouds, glowing at golden hour, or reduced to the stark contrasts of black and white. In this episode of Double Exposure,
photographers Hugo Burnand and Cambridge Jones unpack how light works, from simple tricks with natural daylight to Rembrandt’s timeless mastery. Along the way they share stories, pra
How to be photogenic
Most of us hate having our photo taken, but there are simple rules that can make a world of difference. In this episode, celebrity photographer Cambridge Jones and royal insider Hugo Burnand explore what it really means to be photogenic — from discovering your best side to understanding how light, lens choice and perspective can transform a
portrait.
Along the way, they share the secrets behind f
What's it like to photograph the King?
Royal photographer Hugo Burnand shares the full story behind the official portrait of King Charles III - taken inside Windsor Castle in 2023.
With 20,000 copies destined for public buildings across the UK and Commonwealth, this wasn’t just any photo – it was the photograph. Co-host and fellow royal photographer Cambridge Jones sits down with Hugo to uncover the intense preparation, creative visio
Steal from the world's greatest photographers
Naked Yves Saint Laurent by Jeanloup Sieff, David Bailey’s
Kray twins... what can we learn from some of the greatest photographs ever
taken?
Double Exposure is the podcast that brings you stories about life and art from the world of photography. In this episode award-winning celebrity photographer Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand, King Charles III’s official photographer, reveal the secrets behin
Group photos: supermodels, that Oscars selfie and crowd power
What do Vogue supermodels, Hollywood A-lister Bradley Cooper and the Tiananmen Square Tank Man have in common? They each hold a secret to mastering the notoriously difficult group photograph.
Hugo Burnand, King Charles III’s official photographer, loves taking group photos. Co-host Cambridge Jones, once called 'the Brit’s answer to Annie Leibovitz' hates them. Can Hugo win him over with iconic
Snapshot: Is black and white the secret to a perfect portrait?
Understand the power of black and white photography with two the UK's most renowned photographers.
In this special Snapshot mini episode, Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand answer a listener's question about the power of black and white portrait photography. They explore how black and white images can simplify distractions, enhance composition, and even salvage a photo.
You’ll hear how B&W can ev
Snapshot: Royal selfies, Mandela & talking cameras
The UK's top photographers, Hugo Burnand and Cambridge Jones talk selfies with Nelson Mandela and the King of England and answer the revealing question: ‘if your camera could talk what would it say about you?’.
This episode is part of our special summer series of Snapshot bitesize episodes where Cambridge and Hugo answer the photography questions sent in by you. You might even learn a thing or tw
How to improve your photographs by looking at Old Master paintings
Want to know how a trip to an art gallery could take your photographs from good to great?
In this episode Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand talk about visiting art galleries to look at historic paintings for inspiration, taking tips from Old Master portraits on lighting and composition to use in their photographs. According to Hugo, a photographer should practise looking at great paintings from ce
Snapshot: Life lessons behind the lens & photography advice that stuck
Two of the UK's top photographers reveal the most valuable advice they've ever received — and how it shaped their careers.
As part of a special summer series of Snapshot bitesize episodes, Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand answer the photography questions sent in by you. Thanks to everyone who has been in touch, keep the questions coming!
They touch on the tension between trusting your insti
Snapshot: Why s**t, sex and money make the perfect portrait
Want to know the secret to the perfect portrait? Spoiler, it's not "Say cheese!"
In the first of a special summer series of Snapshot bitesize episodes, Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand answer the photography questions sent in by you. The Double Exposure postbag is full, please keep them coming!
In this episode they discuss what defines the magic of a great portrait. Find out how emotion, light
Photographing royalty: the real story
“Sometimes I take photographs which are never seen by the public.”
What is it like being allowed into the inner sanctum to photograph royalty? It’s a privilege only a handful of people have ever had… now you can go behind the lens with world-renowned photographers Hugo Burnand and Cambridge Jones as they reveal the secrets of photographing the British royal family, including King Charles III and
The surprising secrets to perfect wedding photos
In this episode Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand talk wedding photography, sharing lessons from shooting royal and celebrity nuptials to help you photograph a big day, whichever side of the lens you’re on. Plus behind the scenes of a $106m wedding where Beyoncé headlined and the fake marriage ceremony Cambridge shot on the HBO series Succession.
A good wedding photographer must be a master of
What we learnt from shooting Al Pacino and Victoria Beckham
“Celebrities are not what you think they are.”
Cambridge and Hugo take you behind the scenes of two celebrity shoots – with Hollywood legend Al Pacino and designer Victoria Beckham.
Plus what happened when Hugo photographed Lucian Freud, Snowden’s test for the “photographer’s eye”, why Elon Musk’s ex-wife Tallulah Riley is a muse and the trouble with Kevin Spacey.
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Behind the camera: Royal & celebrity photography with Cambridge Jones & Hugo Burnand
Meet Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand, two photographers at the top of their game. In the first episode of Double Exposure they share their journeys into photography and the moments that made them – from family loss and a horse’s head to Tony Blair and a chance encounter with Queen Camilla’s sister.
How do Cambridge and Hugo approach a shoot? Putting your sitter at ease to reveal the truth in
Double Exposure – Official Trailer
Welcome to Double Exposure, a podcast that takes you inside the world of royal and celebrity photography with Cambridge Jones and Hugo Burnand.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to photograph the King? Or what happens when an A-list celebrity storms out of a photoshoot? Is being ‘unphotogenic’ a thing? How could a rubber band be the secret to a perfect portrait? Two of Britain’s leading ph
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