'Brooklyn Beckham won't be far behind': People are left disgruntled by the Duchess of Cambridge's photography honour - but others are praising her 'natural talent'
- Kate given honorary lifetime membership of Royal Photographic Society
- Accolade is in recognition of her 'talent and enthusiasm'
- People questioned why those less deserving weren't given a free membership
- Others praised her talents and said she had an 'eye' for photography
She's made no secret of her penchant for photography, shunning big name photographers in favour of capturing her own portraits of Prince George and Prince Charlotte.
And the Duchess of Cambridge's talents behind the camera have been acknowledged, after she was given honorary lifetime membership of the prestigious Royal Photographic Society in recognition of her 'talent and enthusiasm'.
And whilst Kate, 34, is said to be 'very pleased' with the accolade, it seems some of the British public are not as impressed.
Indeed, as the news was announced on social media, people took to the comments section in their droves, with some saying she 'probably knows someone' and others questioning why those less deserving weren't given a free membership.
The Duchess of Cambridge's talents behind the camera have been acknowledged, after she was given honorary lifetime membership of the prestigious Royal Photographic Society in recognition of her 'talent and enthusiasm'. However, people have taken to social media to question the honour
'I'm sure that an honorary membership for that other genius with a camera, Brooklyn Beckham, won't be far behind,' wrote one user of the eldest Beckham son, who is a fledgling snapper.
'A royal connection helps... possibly,' wrote another, whilst another added: 'No favouritism there then!'.
Other users said she probably 'knows someone' at the society and others questioned why those less deserving weren't given a free membership.
Others disagreed, instead commenting on the Duchess' 'natural talent' for capturing a good picture.
'Her children are clearly more natural and at ease with Kate taking their picture,' noted one, whilst another said said she had a 'great eye' for photography.
Many Facebook users noted how important it was to have such a public figure representing the photography industry.
These images feature Prince George holding Princess Charlotte at their home in Anmer Hall, Norfolk, in May 2015, left. Kensington Palace later released two more photographs of the Princess, also taken by her mother, as a means of thanking the public for its support and interest since the couple's daughter was born. Pictured, right, is a photograph of Princess Charlotte, taken by The Duchess, in Anmer Hall in November 2015 when she was six months old
Social media users were quick to comment on the news, with some saying it was a case of nepotism, whilst others said it was 'excellent' news
This image taked by the mother-of-two features Prince George on his first day of nursery
The society, established in 1853, works to promote photography and to support photographers 'irrespective of their level of knowledge, equipment or skills'.
It holds exhibitions and workshops and has a long tradition of links to the Royal family: Queen Victoria and Prince Albert were early patrons while several official Royal photographers were members. Professional photographer Lord Snowdon won its Hood Medal in 1978.
The society believes Kate is an excellent role model for keen amateur photographers. A spokeswoman said it was 'clear she had photographic talent'.
Dr Michael Pritchard, chief executive of the RPS, said: 'The Duchess of Cambridge has had a long-standing interest in photography and its history.
'She is latest in a long line of royal photographers and the society is pleased to recognise her talent and enthusiasm through honorary membership. We look forward to a continuing relationship with her.'
In a post on Facebook, the society explained how they believe that Kate is an excellent role model for keen amateur photographers. A spokeswoman said it was 'clear she had photographic talent'
Despite the praise she received from her photographs of her children, the Duchess' images she published from a trip to Borneo in 2012 had mixed reviews. They included a shot of a misty Mount Kinabalu - the highest point in Borneo at 13,400ft above sea level
Another photograph featured a black-and-white image of an orangutan
'I'm sure that an honorary membership for that other genius with a camera, Brooklyn Beckham, won't be far behind,' wrote one user of the eldest Beckham son, pictured, who is a fledgling snapper and has worked for Burberry
The Duchess – a keen amateur photographer – has released a number of photographs of her children over the years.
She broke with tradition to take the first official photographs of Princess Charlotte in 2015 and pictures of Prince George on his first day at nursery received widespread praise. But holiday snaps taken in Borneo and posted on her website received mixed reviews.
The Duchess, who studied history of art at St Andrews University, has been spotted several times taking photos on Royal tours with her Canon EOS 5D Mark II and is understood to be knowledgeable about all aspects of photography.
People were mixed in their opinions on the news, with some pointing out that she would already have joined if she was such a fan and others saying she has a 'great eye' for photography
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