James, who lives in Shirebrook, captured images of the Royal Family at events around the country from January 15, 2025. He said: “It is wonderful to have the opportunity to show them to a Derbyshire audience.”
The exhibition, which offers photographs of the royals in ceremonial dress at formal occasions or looking relaxed during visits to charities or businesses, runs at Chesterfield Library until February 27, 2026.
James has been offering insights into royal traditions and events on radio and television for approximately 15 years. His commentating and photography work often takes him to high-profile occasions, from royal weddings and jubilees to state visits.
His interest in royalty stemmed from childhood when James would watch ceremonies such as Trooping The Colour on television with his gran. At the age of seven, he was on holiday in Blackpool when his parents asked him what he would like as a present to take home and his answer was a book about the kings and queens of England.
13. Royal Family photographic exhibition
King Charles attended a church service in Sandringham, Norfolk on December 28, 2025. Photo: James Taylor