
Kate's photographs will be displayed in Berkshire, where her parents live, St Andrews, where she met Prince William as a student, and Anglesey, North Wales, where the couple spent the first years of their married life.Ī Palace source said it was fitting that Kate's portrait would be part of the exhibition as the Duchess 'very much sees her role as bringing the nation and communities together'. The images also form part of a roving Coming Home exhibition this year in which portraits of famous people will be displayed in their home towns. The Duchess selected Mr Roversi, 74, in consultation with the National Portrait Gallery. I have met a wonderful person, a person who, with her positive energy, can bring hope to the whole world.' He said: 'I was moved by her warmth and friendly welcome and enchanted by her shining eyes that reflected the loveliness of her soul and her smile showing the generosity of her heart. The Paris-based photographer was last night effusive in his praise for the Duchess, describing the Royal photoshoot 'a true honour' and 'a moment of pure joy'. I try to take all these masks away and little by little subtract until you have something pure left.' You say goodbye, you smile, you are scared. 'We all have a sort of mask of expression. The Italian has said of his approach: 'My photography is more subtraction than addition.

His previous accolades include photographing a topless Kate Moss, campaigns for designers Dior and Yves Saint Laurent, and transforming the Pirelli calendar from sleazy bikini shots to a more artistic product. Kate's photographer, Mr Roversi, is better known for his high-fashion and celebrity work.
