5. Maintaining the highest levels of royal portraiture

Justification: To uphold the formality and tradition of regal images.
Informal family photos are an exception.
The brushstrokes used to depict a royal visage are not simply any brushstrokes; rather, they are a representation of centuries’ worth of custom, grace, and regal status. Royal portraiture, with its opulence and formality, provides a glimpse into the monarchy’s lasting influence and the crown’s authority. In addition to capturing the subject’s physical likeness, these portraits capture the very spirit of royal duty and service.

Preserving the tradition of royal portraiture (Chesnot/Getty Pictures)
Although unposed family portraits and candid shots have their place, official royal portraiture standards are unwavering, reflecting the formality that has shaped the British monarchy for centuries. Every portrait is a declaration, evidence of the Royal Family’s lasting legacy and customs.