Prince Michael of Kent, GCVO, KStJ, CD (Rory Lewis Royal Portrait Photographer 2019)

Royal Portrait Photographer

Rory Lewis has been commissioned by members of the British Royal Family to capture official State Portraits.

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Official Portrait Photographer to Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, KG, GCMG, GCVO, CD, ADC(P) & Prince Michael of Kent, GCVO, KStJ, CD. Rory Lewis has also been commissioned to capture portraits of the Royal Regiments of the British Army.

Working between London, UK, New York City and Los Angeles, California. Rory Lewis Photographer Presents unique Portraiture using ‘direction’ and inventive ‘scenarios’. Rory easily encourages sitters to express themselves, creating natural, thought provoking portraits. Offering his services to a wide variety of clients from Royalty, to former Prime Minsters, Hollywood Stars and members of The Armed Forces. Rory is available throughout the year for portrait sittings in Central London and several times a year in New York NY & Los Angeles, California.  

Rory’s portraiture has been acquired by The National Portrait Gallery in London, and his work is published and exhibited worldwide. With such a diverse portfolio Rory can tailor his services to fit your needs, or the needs of Brands & Editorial & Commercial Clients.

Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, KG, GCMG, GCVO, CD, ADC(P) (Rory Lewis Royal Portrait Photographer 2019)

Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, KG, GCMG, GCVO, CD, ADC(P) (Rory Lewis Royal Portrait Photographer 2019)

H.R.H Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, KG, GCMG, GCVO, CD, ADC R.A.F Portrait Sitting (Royal Portrait Photographer Rory Lewis London 2021)

H.R.H Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, KG, GCMG, GCVO, CD, ADC R.A.F Portrait Sitting (Royal Portrait Photographer Rory Lewis London 2021)

LCoH M Wrighton (Rory Lewis Royal Portrait Photographer London 2019)

LCoH M Wrighton (Rory Lewis Royal Portrait Photographer London 2019)

Field Marshall The Lord Guthrie, London, (Rory Lewis Royal Portrait Photographer London 2019)

Field Marshall The Lord Guthrie, London, (Rory Lewis Royal Portrait Photographer London 2019)

Officer of The Blues and Royals (Rory Lewis Royal Portrait Photographer London 2019)

Officer of The Blues and Royals (Rory Lewis Royal Portrait Photographer London 2019)

Featured on BBC News, The Guardian, The British Journal of Photography, portraits acquired by the National Portrait Gallery in London.

Royal Portraits
Celebrating a Royal Legacy: Happy 82nd Birthday to Prince Michael of Kent
Royal Portrait, Royal Regiments, London, Los Angeles, New York
Celebrating a Royal Legacy: Happy 82nd Birthday to Prince Michael of Kent
Royal Portrait, Royal Regiments, London, Los Angeles, New York

Today, we celebrate the 82nd birthday of His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent (Michael George Charles Franklin; born 4 July 1942)—a distinguished royal, military officer, and steadfast patron of charitable and fraternal causes.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the honor of photographing Prince Michael of Kent on four occasions. Each sitting offered a distinct window into his life of service, heritage, and quiet strength—capturing not only a royal presence, but a deeply human one.

Royal Portrait, Royal Regiments, London, Los Angeles, New York
Capturing the Heritage of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment: A Journey Through the Years
Soldiery, London, Portraiture, Royal Portrait, Royal Regiments
Capturing the Heritage of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment: A Journey Through the Years
Soldiery, London, Portraiture, Royal Portrait, Royal Regiments

Since 2014, I have had the immense privilege of photographing the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, capturing the rich history and pageantry of this iconic unit. my work has chronicled the evolution of the regiment, revealing the faces and stories that continue to define this elite corps of mounted soldiers.

Soldiery, London, Portraiture, Royal Portrait, Royal Regiments
Rory Lewis Reveals Unseen Portrait of H.R.H The Duke of Kent Amidst Media Attention on Jonathan Yeo’s New Portrait of King Charles III
London, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Los Angeles, New York
Rory Lewis Reveals Unseen Portrait of H.R.H The Duke of Kent Amidst Media Attention on Jonathan Yeo’s New Portrait of King Charles III
London, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Los Angeles, New York

In the wake of the recent unveiling of Jonathan Yeo’s vibrant portrait of King Charles III, acclaimed royal portrait photographer Rory Lewis is excited to reveal an unseen photograph of the Duke of Kent. This previously unreleased portrait captures the Duke in a state of noble pause and meditation, reflecting a profound moment of contemplation and grace.

London, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Los Angeles, New York
Capturing History and Tradition: Rory Lewis Photographs The Royal Lancers
Military Portrait, London, Soldiery, Royal Regiments, Royal Portrait, Regimental Sittings, Works, Top Moment, Top Clients
Capturing History and Tradition: Rory Lewis Photographs The Royal Lancers
Military Portrait, London, Soldiery, Royal Regiments, Royal Portrait, Regimental Sittings, Works, Top Moment, Top Clients

As a photographer deeply passionate about capturing the essence of history and tradition through portraiture, my recent collaboration with The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) was an incredibly inspiring journey. Immersed in the rich heritage and timeless values of this esteemed regiment, I embarked on a mission to create evocative table scenes that would pay homage to their legacy.

Military Portrait, London, Soldiery, Royal Regiments, Royal Portrait, Regimental Sittings, Works, Top Moment, Top Clients
Capturing Leadership: Photographing Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, my 5th Chief of the Defence Staff
Army General, Featured Sitting, London, Portraiture, Royal Portrait, Top Moment, Works, CDS, Top Clients
Capturing Leadership: Photographing Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, my 5th Chief of the Defence Staff
Army General, Featured Sitting, London, Portraiture, Royal Portrait, Top Moment, Works, CDS, Top Clients

In the intricate tapestry of British military history, certain figures stand out not only for their strategic prowess but also for their embodiment of tradition and ceremonial duty. Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the 5th Chief of the Defence Staff, exemplifies this unique blend of modern leadership and timeless heritage.

Army General, Featured Sitting, London, Portraiture, Royal Portrait, Top Moment, Works, CDS, Top Clients
Capturing the Essence of Leadership: A Portrait Session with Chief of General Staff General Patrick Sanders
Featured Sitting, Military Portrait, London, Top Moment, Soldiery, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Charity, Army General, Luminary, Top Clients
Capturing the Essence of Leadership: A Portrait Session with Chief of General Staff General Patrick Sanders
Featured Sitting, Military Portrait, London, Top Moment, Soldiery, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Charity, Army General, Luminary, Top Clients

In the illustrious world of military portraiture, Rory Lewis stands as the foremost photographer, specializing in capturing the essence of military personnel through his lens. Having previously photographed distinguished leaders like General Sir Mark Carleton-Smith and General Sir Nicholas Carter, Rory embarked on another prestigious project – capturing the commanding presence of General Patrick Sanders, the Chief of the General Staff.

Featured Sitting, Military Portrait, London, Top Moment, Soldiery, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Charity, Army General, Luminary, Top Clients
The Majestic Guards Regiments: Preserving Tradition and Diversity in King Charles III's Coronation
Royal Portrait, Regimental Sittings, Royal Regiments, Soldiery, Top Moment, Works, Portraiture, Military Portrait, Los Angeles, London, New York
The Majestic Guards Regiments: Preserving Tradition and Diversity in King Charles III's Coronation
Royal Portrait, Regimental Sittings, Royal Regiments, Soldiery, Top Moment, Works, Portraiture, Military Portrait, Los Angeles, London, New York

In the upcoming coronation of King Charles III, the Guards Regiments will play a vital role, upholding tradition and adding grandeur to the event. Renowned royal portrait photographer Rory Lewis has documented these regiments over the years, capturing their significance and diversity.

Royal Portrait, Regimental Sittings, Royal Regiments, Soldiery, Top Moment, Works, Portraiture, Military Portrait, Los Angeles, London, New York
Capturing History and Tradition: Prince Michael of Kent's Royal Portrait for the Coronation
Works, Royal Regiments, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Los Angeles, London, Military Portrait
Capturing History and Tradition: Prince Michael of Kent's Royal Portrait for the Coronation
Works, Royal Regiments, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Los Angeles, London, Military Portrait

On May 6, 2023, the British Royal Family gathered at Westminster Abbey to witness the historic Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Among the distinguished guests were H.R.H Prince Michael of Kent and Princess Michael of Kent.

Works, Royal Regiments, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Los Angeles, London, Military Portrait
Capturing the Essence of Royalty: The Duke of Kent's Memorable Encounters with Photographer Rory Lewis
Works, Top Moment, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Los Angeles, London, Featured Sitting, Charity
Capturing the Essence of Royalty: The Duke of Kent's Memorable Encounters with Photographer Rory Lewis
Works, Top Moment, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Los Angeles, London, Featured Sitting, Charity

The Duke of Kent, a prominent member of the British Royal Family, has graced the lenses of renowned photographer Rory Lewis on two separate occasions. His recent appearance at King Charles's coronation adds to the Duke's rich history of royal ceremonies, including his presence at Queen Elizabeth II's ascension to the throne.

Works, Top Moment, Royal Portrait, Portraiture, Los Angeles, London, Featured Sitting, Charity
Capturing Baron Lord Monson: A Parody Portrait by Rory Lewis
Advertising, Charity, Featured Sitting, London, Los Angeles, New York, Portraiture, Top Moment, Works, Royal Portrait, Case Study
Capturing Baron Lord Monson: A Parody Portrait by Rory Lewis
Advertising, Charity, Featured Sitting, London, Los Angeles, New York, Portraiture, Top Moment, Works, Royal Portrait, Case Study

Renowned portrait photographer Rory Lewis has once again demonstrated his creative prowess by capturing an intriguing portrait of Baron Lord Monson at his Los Angeles photography studio. This particular portrait holds a unique twist, serving as a parody of Prince Harry’s book "Spare's" cover portrait. With his exceptional skills and a touch of wit, Lewis has managed to create a captivating and thought-provoking image.

Advertising, Charity, Featured Sitting, London, Los Angeles, New York, Portraiture, Top Moment, Works, Royal Portrait, Case Study
Royal Military Commissions
Celebrating a Royal Legacy: Happy 82nd Birthday to Prince Michael of Kent
Celebrating a Royal Legacy: Happy 82nd Birthday to Prince Michael of Kent

Today, we celebrate the 82nd birthday of His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent (Michael George Charles Franklin; born 4 July 1942)—a distinguished royal, military officer, and steadfast patron of charitable and fraternal causes.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the honor of photographing Prince Michael of Kent on four occasions. Each sitting offered a distinct window into his life of service, heritage, and quiet strength—capturing not only a royal presence, but a deeply human one.

Capturing the Heritage of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment: A Journey Through the Years
Capturing the Heritage of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment: A Journey Through the Years

Since 2014, I have had the immense privilege of photographing the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, capturing the rich history and pageantry of this iconic unit. my work has chronicled the evolution of the regiment, revealing the faces and stories that continue to define this elite corps of mounted soldiers.

Capturing History and Tradition: Rory Lewis Photographs The Royal Lancers
Capturing History and Tradition: Rory Lewis Photographs The Royal Lancers

As a photographer deeply passionate about capturing the essence of history and tradition through portraiture, my recent collaboration with The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) was an incredibly inspiring journey. Immersed in the rich heritage and timeless values of this esteemed regiment, I embarked on a mission to create evocative table scenes that would pay homage to their legacy.

The Majestic Guards Regiments: Preserving Tradition and Diversity in King Charles III's Coronation
The Majestic Guards Regiments: Preserving Tradition and Diversity in King Charles III's Coronation

In the upcoming coronation of King Charles III, the Guards Regiments will play a vital role, upholding tradition and adding grandeur to the event. Renowned royal portrait photographer Rory Lewis has documented these regiments over the years, capturing their significance and diversity.

Capturing History and Tradition: Prince Michael of Kent's Royal Portrait for the Coronation
Capturing History and Tradition: Prince Michael of Kent's Royal Portrait for the Coronation

On May 6, 2023, the British Royal Family gathered at Westminster Abbey to witness the historic Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Among the distinguished guests were H.R.H Prince Michael of Kent and Princess Michael of Kent.

The Illustrious Role of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment in King Charles III's Coronation
The Illustrious Role of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment in King Charles III's Coronation

On May 6th, 2023, King Charles III's coronation marked a significant moment for the British monarchy. Amidst the grandeur, the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment played a vital role. Their remarkable equestrian skills and unwavering service added an aura of elegance to the proceedings. Furthermore, photographer Rory Lewis has beautifully captured the essence of the Regiment at their barracks in Knightsbridge, London.

State Trumpeters of the Household Cavalry Coronation Portraiture
State Trumpeters of the Household Cavalry Coronation Portraiture

The Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, I will be posting a series of blog posts featuring many of the Uniforms and pageantry of those who will be taking part in the first coronation of a Monarch in 70 years.

Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry London Portrait Sittings
Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry London Portrait Sittings

A company of the 2nd Battalion Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry took up the temporary role of mounting the QuA company of the 2nd Battalion Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry took up the temporary role of mounting the Queen’s Guard at Buckingham Palace last month. The honour usually falls to the British Army’s Household Division. een’s Guard at Buckingham Palace last month.

1º Reggimento "Granatieri di Sardegna" Roma
1º Reggimento "Granatieri di Sardegna" Roma

On the 23rd May 2018, the second Regimental Portrait Sittings of my Soldati della Repubblica series took place with the 1º Reggimento "Granatieri di Sardegna" at the historic Forte di Pietralata in Rome.

The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) Portrait Sittings
The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) Portrait Sittings