Country Life’s kingfisher reveal shows prince george’s royally impressive secret talent and proves he’s spreading wings

A kingfisher takes center stage

The latest issue of Country Life magazine features a kingfisher drawing by Prince George. His father, Prince William, guest-edited the issue. The bird is shown perched on a piece of wood, with dark green and yellow plumage and its pointed bill. It gazes into the distance.

George, 13, has shown an interest in art for years. In 2022, his family shared a portrait of a reindeer he had drawn as their Christmas card on Instagram.

Artistic interests in the family

George’s mother, Kate Middleton, studied art history and has shared her own creative work. In 2021, she posted a sketch of St. Andrews in Scotland and has also photographed the royal family.

His grandfather, King Charles III, is known for landscape paintings, often featuring Balmoral Castle, Windsor Castle and other royal properties. In 2025, Kate posted portraits she and her children had drawn, describing them as providing “a moment of connection.” She did not identify who made each portrait.

Preparing for a future role

George is a student at Eton College while preparing for the possibility of becoming king after his grandfather and father. William has spoken about wanting his son to take pride in the work and its impact. William said he would do everything he could to prevent that regression.