References for davidbailey

Helen Diaz

I've known David for many years now and he has without a doubt taken some of my most favourite portraits! He is also a very creative, kind and thoughtful person to work with, with alot of depth and talent.

I look forward to each shoot we have together, as I never know what prop or vintage clothing he will surprise me with next! I love Old Hollywood glamour, Pin up and the 1920s-1970s eras and Davids photography really lends itself very well to this.

He always aims to create elegant, graceful and feminine portraits. I have seen his images of many models here and he has an extraordinary talent of being able to bring out a different dimension to the model that they haven't captured with others. I have so many of Davids beautiful images in my portfolio and printed at home- and my mother loves them also, which is another sure sign that he rocks! :)

David comes with the highest recommendation from me for all models and creatives here. If you have the chance to work together please take it! You will love the results. Thankyou David and I hope we always work together, Helen x

Jezebelle

David is an absolute diamond of a fellow, he is the epitome of a creative and sees everything with an artists eye - the props and outfits he brings are always so stunning and evocative, much like his ideas that are simply epic to put into action :)

I absolutely love working with this amazing individual, he's such a respectful and talented photographer who is genuine, passionate & clever!

I can't recommend the wonderful David enough to everyone in our community, what a fab photographer and stand up guy ♥

Hannah Frith

Yet again had the absolute pleasure of working with David. He is nothing short of a true gentleman with such a creative flare. He came prepared with ideas and beautiful props and dresses I felt very spoilt! Very respectful and soft spoken I always feel at ease when we shoot and the time just flies! Highly recommended by me as always. Hope to see you in the near future!

Gem

David was a joy to shoot with! He directed really well, brought some amazing props, and was a genuinely lovely person. Really enjoyed it! He got some beautiful dreamy portraits at a Pozers Workshop, what an introduction :) Thanks David!

PoZersPhotography

PoZer's hosted a "Pre-Raphaelite" workshop, with the stunning "Gem", and David was one of the amazing members of the group. I have followed David's work, ever since I joined PurplePort as a makeup artist, as he has worked with my beautiful friend, Helen Diaz, many times, and I have always admired his beautiful portraits, especially of Helen's, I am bound to have a little soft spot. I have heard so much about David, to finally meet him for the first time, was so lovely, he was just as I imagined and more, after Helen and I talking about him, I already felt I had an advantage, and by the end of the workshop, he felt like an old friend, and I really hope we get to work together again, one day in the future. David is a wonderful photographer, his portfolio speaks volumes for itself, you don't need me to tell you that. He was an absolute joy to be around, he was absolutely lovely to Gem, throughout the workshop, making him the perfect client for such an event, where my priority is always the model first. David was so easy to get on with, he brought some fabulous props, which he very kindly allowed the other members to use for their shots too, he is so kind and caring, a truly fabulous gentleman. David's a total joy to be around, his images are stunning, the one's he has already posted of Gem, are totally spell binding, timeless and stunning, and I feel totally honoured, they were captured at PoZer's. David is a phenomenal photographer, and a wonderful team player, helping everyone in the group, sharing experiences and stories, and fitting in like a glove. When the shoot was over, I was overwhelmed how quickly time flew, and what a wonderful day I had, had, with the wonderful group, including David. I really am so glad this was David's first visit, and I really hope he comes back again, because working with him was such a pleasure, and we got on really well, he already feels like an old friend, and one I would love to work with again. 100% positive reference from me, a perfect gentleman, an amazing photographer, a wonderful team player and a dream to work with, what more could anyone ask for ? Thank you so much David, your a total star.

Helen Diaz

I worked with the amazing David at my home again recently and had such a lovely, enjoyable shoot. Shooting with David is quite magical; he takes the most beautiful portraits and really captivates the models character and facial features in such a beautiful, timeless manner.

I was looking through various photographs we have taken together over the past 5 years or so yesterday for printing in my home- and I can honestly say that Davids are some of my most favourite portraits! I loved them so much that I have ordered prints so I can enjoy them! :)

David puts so much creativity and planning into the shoot, but equally in a very relaxed and calm way. He sources beautiful props from vintage and antique shops and allows the model to interact with these and use in the shoot. The outcome is a very relaxed, natural interaction and portrait.

As a person David is extremely kind, humble and very sweet to talk to. Whenever I leave a shoot with him I feel happy and lifted - I really look forward to our shoots. He was also very kind to share many of his beautiful images with me- a few of which I have in my portfolio. A gentleman every model should work with.

The highest recommendation.

Helen Diaz x

Ella Rose Muse

Working with David is always very enjoyable. He takes wonderful portraits - I love his results from our many shoots and always appreciate the time he takes to share them with me. He's a pleasure to model for!

English Photoworks

David attended a fine art photography workshop at my studio recently. It was a real pleasure to meet and work with him, and he's a very professional and capable photographer. He was able to direct our model, Olivia Harriet, really well and he produced some outstanding images. I'd love to work with David again, and have no hesitation in recommending him to others. Thanks so much, David!

Neeve Kelly

David is utterly wonderful to work with. He is a lovely person, very kind and considerate towards models during photoshoots.

It was a great way to spend an afternoon. He always turns up with so many great props to use, this photographer certainly doesn't travel light.

I will look forward to next time we work together, maybe we will venture out on location.

Jezebelle

Working with DB is such a joy, he has a wonderful and classic way of shooting, the images always look so graceful & evocative!

His ever growing collection of antique and arty props are always awesome to work with, he just keeps getting more and more perfect with his camera(s) :)

I can't recommend this epic photographer enough, what a wonderful fellow this individual is!

Thank you and look forward to the next time I get to shoot with you :)

Gabriella .

I had amazing second shoot with David at my home! Like always David turned up on time with lots of amazing outfits , props and he's lovely personality.

we shot for 4h and we creative lots of brilliant pictures. David was great like always!

I am hoping to work with David again sometimes in summer!

thank you for a great shoot

G x

Jezebelle

I LOVE shooting with David!

He has ever so much respect for the model, is an absolute joy to talk to and his passion for photography/art is a breath of fresh air :)

He has a very beautiful way with the camera, using the natural light with ease and his extensive prop collection in the most perfect of manners - his edits are classic and lovely, I can't recommend this awesome fellow enough to all models :)

Neeve Kelly

David is one of the nicest photographers that you could ever work with!

He is super considerate, friendly and always full of good conversation.

He does create some beautiful portraits!

I never get tired of working with David. I would definitely work with him again.

Thank you, David..

New Upper Mills Studios

Delighted to have David back in the studio, creating his very creative portraits to the highest standards. David is always a delight to work with and his models are treated with the greatest respect and courtesy. I am more than happy to have David back at the studio and I am more than happy to recommend David to models and studios alike.

Ella Rose Muse

I'm always very happy to have another booking with David. He's such a pleasure to work with. Props, romanticism and portraits galore. So few other photographers focus to this extent on portraits and it is really nice to have them be the focus of a shoot, now and then. David is always very kind, respectful and lovely to work with and he produces wonderful images. I look forward to next time! :)

Helen Diaz

I worked with David recently at my home and had such a lovely shoot! I absolutely adore working with David- he is super kind, very respectful and I consider a good friend of mine. We have worked together numerous times over the years in photography and become friends- every shoot is a complete pleasure.

***Looking back through references it must be our 19th shoot together now!!***

David always arrives with a bag of clothing, props and accessories from various charity shops and antique shops that he has individually sourced, which makes each shoot unique for the model.

I always love the end results which David is very kind to share with the model. They are always classy, sensual and very feminine.

David truly captures women beautifully and is a gentleman to work with. I recommend him highly to all models and creatives and hope we always work together. Thankyou :) Helen x

Gabriella .

David booked me for last minute shoot at my home in King's Stanley.

David's Pre communication was good and David arrived on time ready to shoot!

David has lots of Cool props , nice jumpers Which Really suit me and pictures look Fab!

This photographer made me feel very comfortable , he is very chatty , friendly and professional.

I would Love to work with David again

G x

The Old Chapel Studio - CLOSED

We welcomed David to the studio for a studio day with Ivory Flame, he arrived on time with a bag of props and as always is a lovely chap, very easy to get on with.

We hope to see you back at the studio soon and would recommend David to any model or studio

Ivory Flame

David is an absolutely lovely, considerate and professional individual with a brilliant creative eye and refined skill for taking beautiful portraits. He is so easy to work with - gracious, engaging and kind, making you as the model feel confident and appreciated.

On this session at the Old Chapel Studio he captured me in such a way that showed off my Pre-Raphaelite features so nicely. He brought fantastic props and clothing in gorgeous colours to compliment my complexion. A wonderful photographer and person!

Jezebelle

Shooting with this wonderful individual is always a pleasure - he has stupendous way with the camera, always rocking up with the most beautiful of props and ideas, his direction is absolutely perfect and I could talk to this lovely photographer allllll day!

I can't recommend this fantastic photographer enough to all models, you won't find anyone more respectful and talented ♥