Prince George Features Kingfisher Art in Prince William’s Special Country Life Edition

POLICY WIRE — London, UK — A vibrant illustration created by 13-year-old Prince George takes center stage in a new special edition of Country Life. The massive 300-page issue was guest-edited by his father, the Prince of Wales.

The artwork depicts a kingfisher perched on a branch and serves as a primary highlight. Prince William spent half a year curating this collectors’ edition, which is scheduled for commercial release this Wednesday.

George produced the drawing at home last spring when he was 12 years old. His artistic talent mirrors that of his grandfather, King Charles, who is well-known for his painting skills. His mother, Catherine, Princess of Wales, also possesses a strong artistic background, having studied art at both secondary and university levels.

In 2025, the Princess and her children shared a series of family portraits created during creative sessions. While those sketches utilized various materials like ink and charcoal, the specific artist for each piece was not publicly disclosed.

The magazine also features a rare interview with the Princess of Wales, where she discusses the restorative benefits of nature. Prince William reflects on family outings with their dogs, Orla and Otto, noting how George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis enjoy exploring the outdoors.

Reflecting on his childhood at the King’s Highgrove estate in Gloucestershire, William recalled the need to keep curtains closed while dressing to avoid being seen by visitors. He also mentioned his love for visiting local pubs for a drink of iced cider.

The Prince of Wales admitted that his devotion to the football club Aston Villa has grown to a fanatical level. Villa manager Unai Emery appeared in the publication to discuss leadership and the prince’s influence. In a promotional video, Emery stated, It’s fantastic for us. If we can give him good news, good results or good moments in football, we are proud of it.

As a significant landowner via the Duchy of Cornwall, William detailed his dedication to rural environments. In his lead column, he wrote that the best places to love are those that are kept in a constant state of quiet improvement rather than being left unchanged.

He expressed a hope that his children would one day understand his efforts to build thriving communities rather than just imagining better futures. He highlighted several ‘countryside champions,’ including wildlife rangers and curlew conservationists.

The feature also recognizes Groove Armada musician Andy Cato turned regenerative farmer, alongside students from Duchy College. William also shared his sweet tooth for chocolate biscuit cake, a recipe introduced by the late Queen Elizabeth which served at his wedding.

The future monarch used the platform to address his mission of ensuring military women feel valued and safe. Over the last year, he has met with personnel across all ranks in the Army, Navy, and RAF to understand their firsthand experiences. Mark Hedges, the editor-in-chief, described him as a formidable, hands-on guest editor.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)