This new exhibition will chart the evolution of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present day, unveiling the stories behind the creation of some of the most iconic images of the Royal Family.
It is the first time many of the works have been shown in Scotland, following a successful run in London.
Visitors will be able to see works taken by some of the most celebrated photographers of the past century – from Dorothy Wilding and Cecil Beaton to David Bailey.
The transition from a manual craft to an increasingly digital process is a key theme of the exhibition. Later photographs will show how portraits became bigger and ever more colourful over the course of the century.
A programme of events including talks and lectures will accompany the exhibition. These should be pre-booked.
Following a successful launch in 2024, The King’s Gallery will continue to offer £1.00 tickets for visitors receiving Universal Credit and other named benefits. Further concessionary rates are available, including discounted tickets for young people, half-price entry for children (with under-fives free), and the option to convert standard tickets bought directly from Royal Collection Trust into a 1-Year Pass for unlimited re-entry for 12 months.
The exhibition runs from 28 February to 07 September 2025. Find out more on Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography.
