The Duchess of Cambridge shares stories behind Hold Still portraits
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I agree that it is best that the portraits are shared throughout the nation.Just seen that video on the news. I like that the pictures are going up all around the country in places where people can see them and not just in a gallery.
The Duchess of Cambridge, 39, launched the community project in May and invited people of all ages from across the UK to submit a photographic portrait which they had taken during lockdown.
Last week the top 100 images went on show in 80 towns, cities and areas across the country.
Posting on the Kensington Royal Instagram this morning, Kate shared six snaps taken by contributors and enthusiastic members of the public posing beside portraits from the exhibition.
More of the images from "Hold Still" are being installed throughout the UK.'
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Over 11,000 miles from home and about to take on the challenge of a lifetime, it’s inspiring to receive a message of support from The Duchess of Cambridge, Royal Patron of our Official Charity @1851trust
, as we head into our first race day on BRITANNIA.
CC Tuesday: Duchess of Cambridge, Patron, Nursing Now Campaign, this afternoon held a Meeting via video link with nurses from Coventry & Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust. HRH later spoke to Holocaust Survivors & Holocaust Educational Trust’s Youth Ambassadors via video link.
Nurses up and down the country are going that extra mile, at a time when patients need it the most. These acts of courage, strength, and kindness matter so much right now & we owe you a huge thank you for all that you have done & continue to do throughout these difficult times.
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Launched by Kate and the National Portrait Gallery, Hold Still: A Portrait Of Our Nation In 2020, features images of key workers and people isolated from family and friends, as well as moments of joy.
Its publication follows the anniversary of the first national coronavirus lockdown on March 23, and it will be available from bookshops and online from May 7.
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Product Details
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Featured here in this publication, the final 100 images present a unique and highly personal record of this extraordinary period in our history of people of all ages from across the nation. From virtual birthday parties, handmade rainbows and community clapping to brave NHS staff, resilient keyworkers and people dealing with illness, isolation and loss. The images convey humour and grief, creativity and kindness, tragedy and hope – expressing and exploring both our shared and individual experiences. Presenting a true portrait of our nation in 2020, this publication includes a foreword by The Duchess of Cambridge, each image is accompanied by the story behind the picture told through the words of the entrants, and further works show the nationwide outdoor exhibition of Hold Still.
Format: 280 x 210mm
Extent: 168 pages
Illustrations: 120 approx.
Binding: Hardback
Category: Portraits in Art, Photography, Portraiture and Popular Culture
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The net proceeds from the sale of the book will be equally split to support the work of the National Portrait Gallery and Mind, the mental health charity (registered 219830)
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In an introduction to the book, the Duchess said she had wanted to use the power of photography to create a lasting record of the pandemic, to capture individual stories and significant moments for families and communities.
“When we look back at the COVID-19 pandemic in decades to come, we will think of the challenges we all faced – the loved ones we lost, the extended isolation from our families and friends and the strain placed on our key workers,” she said.
“But we will also remember the positives: the incredible acts of kindness, the helpers and heroes who emerged from all walks of life, and how together we adapted to a new normal.”
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Dr Cullinan hailed the “phenomenal” public response to the project and the images submitted had “helped to create a unifying and cathartic portrait of life in lockdown.”
He added: “Hold Still is an important record of this extraordinary moment in our history – expressed through the faces of the nation – and we hope will remain so for generations to come.”
Paul Farmer, chief executive of Mind, said the “inspiring” collection of portraits illustrated the impact of the pandemic “in all its complexity,” but also showed how “creativity, art and human connection can help us find meaning in unprecedented challenges.”
The image of the Duchess featured in the book was taken by Matt Porteous in Norfolk last autumn.
Thanks so much for posting this! Get tissues, everyone. It is both heartfelt and charming; what a lovely way to reach out to this family!A number of phone calls from last autumn between the Duchess of Cambridge and participants from the Hold Still photography project have been released:
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A number of phone calls from last autumn between the Duchess of Cambridge and participants from the Hold Still photography project have been released:
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Hold still is #1 Amazon UK
I want to get a copy, but don't want to pay for shipping to US.
Great job DoC!
Not much 'hiding'The Duchess of Cambridge joined the Book Fairies action today by becoming a book fairy herself and hiding copies of Hold Still.
"Book Fairies around the world are hiding books for people to find, read and leave for someone else".
"Each copy is adorned with a gold book fairy sticker, gold ribbon, and has a letter from The Duchess tucked inside":
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