The best candid photos of the royal family in 2022, according to royal photographers
Candid photos show royal family members having fun on royal tours, cheering on teams at sports games, and doting on their grandchildren.
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- Two of the royal family's photographers shared their favorite candid photos of the year.
- Samir Hussein's favorite photos are from Prince William and Kate's royal tour of the Caribbean.
- Tim Rooke took candid snapshots of Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
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Rooke said that members of the royal family are often "far more relaxed" on royal tours.
"During the visit, the couple were keen to get to know the locals and spent time immersing themselves in the crowds," he said. "The Duke and Duchess, as well as the rest of the royals, are often seen throwing themselves into situations like this, to ensure each person feels noticed and special."
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Hussein said this photo is considered unusual by royal standards, as Kate Middleton showed her "adventurous side" by sampling dishes at a food stall during her royal tour of the Caribbean in March.
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"The tropical rain in the Bahamas helped produce this striking moment as the Prince and Princess of Wales arrived carrying umbrellas in an attempt to stay dry," Hussein said.
"It's a fun, one-of-a-kind moment where the elements create a good photo against the odds," he added.
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Edward and Sophie, whom Rooke called a "vibrant duo," visited the Caribbean shortly after William and Kate. Rooke's photo shows the moment Sophie blew a foghorn as Edward covered his ears in the background.
"This image almost looks posed, however, it is completely natural and quite hilarious!" he said.
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Rooke said that the Queen always looked like she was "relaxed, happy and enjoying herself" in the presence of horses, which "radiated on her face" at engagements such as the Royal Horse Show.
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Hussein said he took the photo during a royal visit to Cardiff Castle during the Queen's Jubilee celebrations on June 4.
"Princess Charlotte received a single flower from a member of the public and straight away walked with a big grin to her older brother, Prince George, to show him," Hussein said.
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Rooke said the photo shows Louis "displaying that air of mischief we often get from the children of the family."
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The Commonwealth Games marked Charlotte's first solo royal engagement with her parents.
"Charlotte seemed to genuinely enjoy her experience at the Commonwealth Games, and clearly gets her passion for sport from her parents," Rooke said.