Sad times as I write this, September 2022 and during the period of National Mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. But it got me thinking back to times when I briefly worked with The Royal Family as a photographer. Unfortunately I haven't been commissioned to take any formal portraits. Rather my experience is from Royal visits and the press and public relations interest that generates.
I am a professional, full time photographer, with nearly 20 years' experience. I have worked at dozens of high profile events, where knowledge of protocol and an ability to follow instructions is key. Happy to dress appropriately and fit in to an often busy programme of activities. At ease with the speed that these events and visits happens. I can offer a quick turnaround of images, supply them on location and provide web ready versions for your social media channels.
Many members of the Royal family support charities, appear at events, and occasionally travels the globe to strengthen diplomatic relationships. Often individuals will commit to longer associations via patronage.
Essentially, a “royal patronage” simply refers to a member of the royal family becoming an official patron of an organisation.
The Buckingham Palace website says: ”Royal patronages add status to an organisation, and visits and involvement from a Royal Patron can often bring much needed publicity.
“For this reason, members of the Royal Family tend to limit their patronages to a manageable number to ensure that they can give each organisation a significant amount of their time.”
Members of the Royal Family receive hundreds of requests for support each year - so it is a fairly big deal to an organisation to receive one, and important when the Royal Patron attends an event or undertakes a visit in their professional capacity.
Are you looking for an experienced photographer that has worked with the Royal family in Liverpool or Merseyside?
I have had the privilege of being employed on several high profile royal visits and covered many VIP, Government and celebrity photography commissions over the years.
So if you are looking for a photographer that creates powerful photographic images and a historic record of an important visitor to your event or organisation I am the person to trust. Contact me on 07810321634
