David Bailey

Date of Birth: January 2, 1938

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

David Bailey is a renowned British photographer, born on January 2, 1938, in Leytonstone, East London. He rose to fame in the 1960s, capturing the zeitgeist of the Swinging London era alongside other icons like Terence Donovan and Brian Duffy. Bailey’s work has been celebrated for its stark, striking style and has graced the covers of numerous high-profile magazines, including Vogue. He has also directed several documentaries and feature films. His influence extends beyond photography into popular culture, having inspired characters in films like “Blow-Up.” Over the decades, Bailey has photographed some of the most iconic figures in fashion, music, and film, solidifying his place as one of the most influential photographers of the 20th and 21st centuries.

5 Interesting Facts about David Bailey

1. David Bailey was diagnosed with dyslexia and dyspraxia, which affected his school performance.

2. He served in the Royal Air Force in Malaysia before pursuing photography.

3. Bailey has been married four times, including to actress Catherine Deneuve.

4. He has published over 40 books of his photography.

5. Bailey was awarded a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2001 for his services to art.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Bailey

1. “It takes a lot of imagination to be a good photographer. You need less imagination to be a painter because you can invent things. But in photography, you can’t invent anything.”

2. “I never tried to revolutionize photography; I just do what I do and keep my fingers crossed that people will like it.”

3. “The best advice I ever got was that knowledge is power and to keep reading.”

4. “Photography is the easiest art, which perhaps makes it the hardest.”

5. “Fashion is the quickest way to start a revolution.”