Modern Majesty

For nearly two decades, Jackson has held a singular position: Getty Images’ most trusted lens on the British monarchy. In Modern Majesty, he offers a compelling and beautifully curated portrait of a royal family reinventing itself in the twenty-first century. From King Charles III’s historic accession and the growing roles of the Prince and Princess of Wales, to poignant family moments and wide-ranging public duties, Jackson captures the intimate and iconic moments that define this new royal era.

Featuring exclusive photographs-many never before published-and compelling behind-the-scenes commentary, Modern Majesty illuminates the balance between tradition and transformation. Whether photographing historic state occasions, tender private gatherings, diplomatic visits, or charity initiatives, Jackson brings warmth, dignity, and insight to every image. His work is the product of more than twenty years embedded within royal life, marked by trust, access, and a rare eye for authenticity.

Timely, elegant, and revealing, Modern Majesty is more than a photo book-it’s a visual narrative of a monarchy adapting to modern expectations while holding fast to its enduring values. This new volume is Jackson’s most personal and evocative work to date-and a must-have testament to the enduring resonance of the British royal family today.

About the Author

Chris Jackson is Getty Images’ multi-award-winning royal photographer, having captured the lives of the Royals for over 20 years. Jackson has travelled to more than a hundred countries during his time as a royal photographer, covering day-to-day royal engagements, overseas tours and working with charities such as the Prince’s Trust and Barnardo’s. Having a front row seat at historic royal moments, Jackson has created one of the most extensive archives of photographs of the British royal family. Jackson is the author of the best-selling Modern Monarchy (Rizzoli, 2018) and Elizabeth II: A Queen for Our Time (Rizzoli, 2021), Charles III and his Queen (Rizzoli, 2023) and most recently Modern Majesty: The British Royal Family Today (Rizzoli, 2026). Aside from the busy royal schedule, Jackson also travels to talk about his work, his experiences and life as a creative.

Author Residence: UK