The official Mother's Day portrait of Catherine, Princess of Wales, and her children has come under scrutiny for potential editing. Taken by Prince William, the photo quickly gained attention on social media after sharp-eyed users spotted inconsistencies.
News outlets like AFP, AP, and Reuters removed the image following concerns about its authenticity.
Princess Catherine addressed the controversy through an Instagram story on the Kensington Palace account. She apologized "for any confusion" the photo may have caused, acknowledging her occasional use of photo editing and expressing hope that everyone had a happy Mother's Day.
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| The editing errors in Kate Middleton's photo for Mother's Day @princeandprincessofwales / Instagram |
Several publications, including The Daily Mail, listed specific edits like inconsistencies with Princess Charlotte's clothing and blurring around certain areas.
Adding to the debate, Sky News analyzed the photo's metadata. Their experts revealed the image was saved twice on an Apple Mac using Adobe Photoshop, though it's unclear if both saves occurred on the same device. Details also emerged about the camera and lens used, indicating it was a professional setup.
Further fueling the debate, photo editing professionals like Cameron Getty of WIRED pointed out inconsistencies suggesting the image might be a composite. Professor Hany Farid, an image analysis expert, echoed similar concerns, suggesting "poor photoshopping" and inconsistencies in rendering.
The Princess's apology and the revealed details leave the extent of editing unclear. The debate continues, with experts divided on whether it's a simple editing issue or a more complex manipulation.
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