Princess of Wales: How might have Kate's photo been altered?
Prince William photo of Princess Catherine and children raises concerns over editing with major photo agencies halting distribution.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
The article discusses a newly released photo taken by Prince William for Mother’s Day, showing Princess Catherine with her children, that caused confusion and concern over potential editing. Major photo agencies halted distribution of the image due to perceived manipulation. Experts, including image analysis specialist Prof Hany Farid, pointed out specific anomalies in the photo that suggest poor photoshopping or a composite image. The article delves into permissible editing standards for images by photo agencies, with examples of acceptable alterations. Kensington Palace, after facing inquiries, issued an apology stating that Catherine occasionally edits pictures, expressing regret for the confusion caused. The article also raises questions about the extent of editing in past royal photos and includes details about the image’s metadata and the camera equipment used for the photograph.