Kate’s Portrait of Queen Camilla Wins Cover of the Year at PPA Awards

Country Life magazine recently made headlines as it announced the elimination of Meg's photo in the first round, while Kate's portrait emerged victorious in the prestigious PPA Awards.

The Princess of Wales, Kate, deserves hearty congratulations for her remarkable achievement.

Her delightful portrayal of Queen Camilla has secured a significant accolade.

This stunning photograph was captured in 2022 within the serene gardens of Reynmull House, the Queen's countryside sanctuary in Lacock, Wiltshire.

Kate's captivating photo claimed the cover of the year title at the esteemed PPA Awards after gracing the front cover of a special royal edition of Country Life.

The Professional Publishers Association (PPA) of the UK revealed on Wednesday that the Princess of Wales' depiction of Queen Camilla, which adorned the pages of British magazine Country Life last summer, triumphed as the cover of the year at the PPA Awards.

The magazine joyously shared the news through an Instagram tribute, giving a well-deserved shout-out to Princess Kate.

In a celebratory tone, the team at Country Life expressed their elation at clinching the cover of the year award at the PPA Awards, often dubbed as the Oscars of the magazine realm.

They proudly showcased the winning cover from the 13th of July 2022 issue, which was guest-edited by Her Majesty the Queen during her tenure as the Duchess of Cornwall.

The team extended their gratitude to all who contributed to this success, especially highlighting HRH Catherine, the Princess of Wales, for her exceptional photography skills.

Princess Kate, known for her passion for amateur photography, frequently captures endearing portraits of her children – George, Charlotte, and Louis.

This triumph follows the resurgence of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Time magazine cover photo, which sparked discussions regarding its quality.

Speculations arose about Meghan's intentions with the photo, with some jesting about potential auctions.

Reports emerged that Meghan had also submitted the photo to Country Life in pursuit of an Oscar award, only to face elimination due to its prior appearance in Time magazine.

Critics noted similarities between Meghan's photo and an advertisement for a hair care product, humorously quoting, “I'm Meghan Markle and I only trust Monsieur Antoine and L'Oreal to keep my hair in fabulous condition.”

The controversial photo's emergence on the Time front page reportedly involved a million-dollar payment.

Conversely, the judges at PPA praised Camilla's cover for becoming the fastest-selling issue in Country Life's history, attributing its success to increased magazine sales, enhanced social media engagement, and website traffic.

The identity of Kate as the royal photographer behind the acclaimed cover remained a well-kept secret, posing a challenge for the magazine's managing editor, Paula Lester.

The photograph, commissioned by Camilla to commemorate her 75th birthday, captures a radiant Queen Camilla seated on a bench amidst a blooming garden at Rae Mill, her retreat in Wiltshire.

This formal portrait marked Kate's first endeavor as a photographer while she held the title of Duchess of Cambridge, coinciding with Camilla's status as the Duchess of Cornwall.