Religious Portraits

The First Catholic Bishop to Play a Formal Role in a British Coronation: Cardinal Vincent Nichols Blesses King Charles III, Photographed by Rory Lewis

The First Catholic Bishop to Play a Formal Role in a British Coronation: Cardinal Vincent Nichols Blesses King Charles III, Photographed by Rory Lewis

Renowned photographer Rory Lewis had the opportunity to capture Cardinal Nichols in a unique sitting at the Cardinal's Palace attached to Westminster Cathedral. Inspired by Renaissance portraits of cardinals painted by Raphael and Caravaggio, Lewis sought to create his own Chiaroscuro depiction of the Cardinal. The sitting lasted two hours, during which Lewis and Cardinal Nichols discussed Renaissance art and took a tour of the palace.

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Illuminating the Primate of All England: Rory Lewis Photographs Justin Welby, the Future Crowner of Kings

Illuminating the Primate of All England: Rory Lewis Photographs Justin Welby, the Future Crowner of Kings

Renowned Royal Portrait Photographer Rory Lewis, known for capturing the portraits of many distinguished figures, including actors, politicians, and members of the royal family, was given the opportunity to photograph Archbishop Welby at Lambeth Palace, the official residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury.

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Cardinal Vincent Nichols Portrait Sitting London

Cardinal Vincent Nichols Portrait Sitting London

This month I was delighted to capture a portrait of Cardinal Vincent Nichols, the highest ranking member of the Catholic Church in England & Wales. The sitting took place on location at the Cardinals Palace attached to Westminster Cathedral.

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