Rory Lewis — Portrait of H.R.H. Prince Michael of Kent

Rory Lewis — Portrait of H.R.H. Prince Michael of Kent in his role as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons

Rory Lewis was honoured to capture a formal portrait of Prince Michael of Kent in his role as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons. Created on location at Kensington Palace, the sitting brought together history, symbolism, and contemporary portraiture within one of Britain’s most storied royal settings.

Renowned for his cinematic, painterly approach, Rory Lewis brings a quiet authority and psychological depth to every commission. His ability to forge trust with sitters allows character to emerge naturally—balancing dignity with approachability. Having photographed Prince Michael on multiple occasions, Lewis approached this portrait with a deep understanding of the Prince’s ceremonial, military, and philanthropic roles, lending the image an added authenticity and gravitas.

Prince Michael’s appointment as Grand Master reflects a lifetime of commitment to the Masonic fraternity. The portrait was conceived to honour that responsibility—capturing not only rank and tradition, but the calm assurance of leadership. Lewis’s considered use of light, restrained composition, and architectural context reinforces the ceremonial weight of the office without excess, allowing presence to speak for itself.

Kensington Palace provided a fitting backdrop: its classical proportions and royal heritage subtly echoing the continuity of tradition embodied by the Grand Lodge. Within this setting, the portrait becomes both contemporary record and historical artefact—rooted in place, yet timeless in intent.

This commission stands as a defining example of Rory Lewis’s approach to royal and institutional portraiture: precise, respectful, and enduring.

Rory Lewis is available for portrait commissions in Worldwide, based in Los Angeles, New York, and London.