As one of the most recognized figures globally, Princess Kate inevitably draws attention wherever she goes. While this fame is an honor, it often comes with its challenges. For instance, outings to the supermarket or amusement parks with her children are rarely without the watchful eyes of fans.

To enjoy a semblance of normal life and shield her family from public scrutiny, Princess Kate has to employ strategies to evade the prying eyes of onlookers. Balancing royal duties with personal life remains a delicate act for the Princess of Wales.

In her book The Palace Papers, author Tina Brown reveals a clever tactic that allows Princess Kate to visit public places without drawing too much attention: waking up very early. By venturing out before 8 a.m., she can enjoy her favorite spots with a degree of privacy.

To indulge her passion for art, Princess Kate has been known to make solo trips to renowned museums and galleries in London during these quiet hours. According to Brown, these excursions are a way for the Princess of Wales to “nurture her own spiritual life.”

However, her early morning outings haven’t gone completely unnoticed. For instance, fans recognized her during a visit to a David Hockney exhibition at the Royal Academy in London, proving that even the best-kept secrets can sometimes slip through the cracks.

“I miss my art history degree. It’s my way of filling the void,” the Princess of Wales told the person. The Princess of Wales studied art history at the University of St. Andrews, where she met Prince William.

Not only is she talented at photography, few people know that Kate is also an artist. She painted a picture of St. Marks Church in Englefield – where her sister Pippa Middleton and her husband got married. This work was later displayed at the entrance of the church.

James Matthews, Pippa’s husband and Kate’s brother-in-law, praised the painting in his wedding speech.

Art is a passion of Kate’s and she also knows how to apply her knowledge to her royal work, especially when it comes to social welfare work. Kate was the one who selected the photos for the exhibition at the National Gallery in 2018. She also wrote the captions that accompanied each photo and the forewords for the works in the exhibition.

It seems the mother-of-three also has another creative hobby – knitting, although she admits she has no talent for it. Kate revealed that she tried knitting in 2013 when she was pregnant with her eldest son George.

According to Hello! magazine , Kate told a group of fans while visiting Glasgow: “I’m trying to knit and I’m really not very good at it. I’d like some advice!”.

Kate admitted that she failed to knit a sweater for George: “I tried knitting for the first time when I was pregnant with George. I tried to knit a very special sweater for him, but I ruined it halfway through.”