Every year, the Prince and Princess of Wales add a new chapter to their children’s growing story—one that is captured in a carefully curated portrait. These images, often shared with the public, serve as a visual diary of the royal family’s milestones and a testament to the enduring tradition of celebrating birthdays with art.
How the Tradition Began
The practice of photographing the royal children on their birthdays started with the eldest, Prince George, on his first birthday in July 2014. The young prince was photographed by photographer John Stillwell, who described the toddler as “very lively, very confident and very sure of himself.” In the image, George is seen in a pair of denim overalls from Petit Bateau, a navy polo shirt, and matching leather shoes—an outfit that set the tone for the family’s future birthday shoots.
From One Birthday to Many
Since then, the family has continued to mark each child’s special day with a new portrait. Princess Charlotte arrived in May 2015, followed by Prince Louis in April 2018. Each birthday has seen a different photographer bring their own style to the family’s visual narrative. Renowned names such as Mario Testino and Matt Porteous have taken turns behind
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