I must admit I am disappointed with the first official portrait of the Duchess of Cambridge which has just gone on display the National Portrait Gallery.
I feel it does not embrace her spirit and youthful beauty, her vibrancy and happy inner glow which is plain for all of us to see.
Instead, we are faced with a sallow faced young women who looks much older than herself. Where is the sparkle in her eyes? Why are her lips pursed so tight?
At least she didn’t have a bad hair day, and artist Paul Emsley was able to capture her glorious crowing glory which does justice for our future queen.
Apparently she was pleased .. I think it is awful !
Anne, I think she was being diplomatic, she is such a sweetie.
Were the sittings done in the morning ? It would explain a lot.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp_hzrB_FI4
This is incredible for a number of reasons.