Sturgeon unveils Benson photo as her Christmas card
NICOLA Sturgeon unveiled her
2018 Christmas card yesterday and announced the photograph will be auctioned for charity.
The First Minister’s card features a photograph of the Gallery of Modern Art in Glasgow, taken by famous Scots photographer Harry Benson, 89.
The image will be auctioned next year, with the proceeds going to four charities picked by Ms Sturgeon and Mr Benson.
The Glasgow-born photographer nominated the Salvation Army Scotland and the Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice.
Meanwhile, the First Minister chose Who Cares? Scotland and Maggie’s Centres.
Ms Sturgeon said: “I’m delighted to have such a beautiful photograph from Harry Benson for my card this year.
“He is one of our most distinguished photojournalists, with an incredible body of work.
“The four charities that will benefit from the sale of the photograph do fantastic work in Scotland and I’m very pleased the card can support such a wide range of good causes.”
Mr Benson said: “It is a tremendous honour and I am extremely proud to have my photograph of the Gallery of
Modern Art, resplendent in the twinkling lights, chosen by
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon for her card.
“Glasgow is my home city, a beautifully unique city.”
Sales of the artworks featured in the First Minister’s official Christmas cards have raised more than
£170,000 for good causes since 2007.
Members of the Royal Family revealed their Christmas card images yesterday as well.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are seen sitting on a tree trunk in the grounds of their Norfolk home with their three children, including eight-month-old Prince Louis in the Duchess’s arms.
For their card, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex opted for a black and white image of them watching fireworks at their evening wedding reception.
And for their seasonal greeting, the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall smile at each other as they sit on a bench in the grounds of Clarence House.