Queen Elizabeth II and Duchess Kate Share a Passion for Photography

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Queen Elizabeth II and Duchess Kate Share a Passion for Photography

"This #WorldPhotographyDay, here are a few moments where The Queen has been pictured behind the lens," the royal family's official Twitter account shared on Thursday, August 19, alongside three pictures of the queen, 95, with a camera in her hands.

Kate, 39, is a vocal advocate for her love of photography, frequently showcasing her talents with candid shots of her family.Prince WilliamTheir three children:Prince George, 8, Princess Charlotte 6, and Prince Louis 3,. The little ones don't like being photographed by their moms.

"Everyone's like, ‘Mummy, please cease taking photos! The Duchess of Cambridge laughedDuring a conversation between photographer and youCeri A. Edwards In June

One year prior, Kate announced the beginning of a new photo initiative during the coronavirus pandemic. She told Britain's Today that she had seen many amazing images and heard many inspiring stories. "I hope we can showcase some of those stories through a project such as this and to share a moment in our collective experience, I suppose."

She explained that the royal family member wanted to "help capture the spirit. The hopes, the fears, and the feelings of the U.K.A. as we continue with the coronavirus."

She launched the artistic venture shortly before.Royal photographerSamir HusseinKate was a "really keen photograph" in her own right.

Hussein said to Us Weekly in April 2020 that "you can see from her pictures that she's better than your average person out on the streets." She's an excellent photographer and has a great eye. Her photos are absolutely stunning.

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Having worked closely with Kate and her husband, 39, over the years -- including on their wedding day in April 2011 -- Hussein has noticed the pair become "much more relaxed" in front of the camera.

He told US that they are "a bit more jovial." They're just more relaxed so that's where I get the best photos and can show a little more of their personalities.

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