A look at the artists responsible for some of the queen’s portraits l GMA

Summary

This segment highlights the artistic representations of Queen Elizabeth II, showcasing portraits and photographs spanning her 70-year reign. The video features interviews with artists who have captured her likeness, including Christian Fur, Nikki Phillips, and Chris Levine. Fur, the youngest artist to paint the Queen, reflects on the challenge of portraying one of the world's most recognizable figures. Phillips shares her experience painting the Queen with her dogs, while Levine recounts capturing a serene moment of the Queen's eyes closed during a photoshoot. The segment previews the upcoming exhibition of these works for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Takeaways

• 😀 Queen Elizabeth II is one of the most depicted figures in the world, with portraits, photos, and prints spanning her 70-year reign.
• 😀 Artists consider it an honor and career-making opportunity to capture the image of the Queen.
• 😀 Christian Fur became the youngest artist ever to paint a portrait of the Queen at age 28, completing the work in three months.
• 😀 The Queen's relaxed and chatty demeanor made an impression on artist Christian Fur during their sitting at Buckingham Palace.
• 😀 Artist Nikki Phillips painted a large portrait of the Queen surrounded by her dogs, despite initial plans for just a head-and-shoulders portrait.
• 😀 Phillips described the Queen as charismatic and infectious, with a shrill laugh that was memorable during their session.
• 😀 A captivating, accidental moment captured the Queen's eyes closed during a rest, which resonated with many as a spiritual, still moment.
• 😀 Chris Levine, the multimedia artist, was commissioned to create a 3D hologram of the Queen, capturing the moment her eyes were closed.
• 😀 The portrait of the Queen by Chris Levine connected with people deeply, going beyond just the monarchy to convey stillness and spiritual depth.
• 😀 The Queen was resting at Balmoral, Scotland, ahead of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, and was expected to have a busy week of festivities.
• 😀 The script concludes with a reminder to subscribe to GMA's YouTube channel for more content and upcoming videos related to the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Q & A

What is considered an honor for artists in relation to Queen Elizabeth II?

It is considered an honor for artists to capture the image of Queen Elizabeth II, with some even considering it a career-making opportunity.

How long has Queen Elizabeth II been depicted by artists?

Queen Elizabeth II has been depicted by artists for more than 70 years, spanning her long reign as monarch.

What is one of the most recognizable representations of Queen Elizabeth II?

One of the most recognizable representations of Queen Elizabeth II is her official coronation portrait, which will be displayed alongside others at royal residences for the Platinum Jubilee.

Who became the youngest artist ever to paint the Queen's portrait?

Christian Fur became the youngest artist ever to paint the Queen's portrait at the age of 28, creating a piece in the Yellow Drawing Room of Buckingham Palace.

What was Christian Fur's approach to capturing Queen Elizabeth II in his portrait?

Christian Fur aimed to capture a moment where Queen Elizabeth II looked as if she were about to break into a smile, portraying her in a relaxed and chatty state without laughing, which he felt might have been too much.

How did Nikki Phillips approach her 2011 commission of Queen Elizabeth II?

Nikki Phillips went beyond the original idea of just a head-and-shoulders portrait, opting instead for a large portrait of the Queen surrounded by her dogs, which the Queen agreed to.

What moment became one of the most captivating images of Queen Elizabeth II?

One of the most captivating images of Queen Elizabeth II was a photograph taken by multimedia artist Chris Levine, where her eyes were closed during a moment of rest while being photographed for a 3D hologram.

How did the eyes-closed image of the Queen resonate with people?

The image of the Queen with her eyes closed resonated with people on a deeper, more spiritual level, as it captured a moment of stillness and connection, regardless of one's views on the monarchy.

What is happening at Balmoral, the Queen's residence in Scotland, during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations?

The Queen is currently resting at Balmoral, her residence in Scotland, ahead of the festivities planned for her Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

What are the plans for celebrating Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee?

The Platinum Jubilee celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II include a variety of events, with the Queen participating in festivities following her rest in Balmoral.