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has spoken out after it was announced that she has become a mentor for . The late Queen's granddaughter praised the selection of young creatives for their "outstanding work in areas the King is passionate about".

Eugenie visited the Garrison Chapel, the London exhibition space of King Charles's charity, last week to meet some members of the group. The 35 under 35 have been brought together in the foundation's 35th anniversary year to promote the change the King wants to see globally across sustainability, traditional crafts and the arts.

King Charles's niece's new role for her uncle's charity emerged last week, and the princess, who is a director at Hauser & Wirth Contemporary Gallery, said she was looking forward to sharing her passion for art.

Speaking after the announcement, the princess said: "I'm delighted to be working with this group of exceptional young people who have been selected thanks to their outstanding work in areas the King is passionate about.

"Given I recently celebrated my 35th birthday, it's fitting to take part in the charity's 35th anniversary celebrations and share my passion for art with the 35 under 35."

The King's Foundation works to promote King Charles's legacy and ethos through various industries, such as environmental activism, fashion and architecture. It aligns with a holistic approach to the challenges facing our planet, something that the King has always championed.

Other mentors joining Eugenie include designer Samuel Ross, artist and influencer Sophie Tea Art, and historian Alice Loxton, who has millions of followers on social media as @history_alice.

The list of 35 under 35 includes woodworker Eli Baxter, embroiderer Angelica Ellis, basketmaker Florence Hamer, stonemason Freya de Lisle, milliner Barnaby Horn, painter Jo Rance, and environmental filmmaker Jack Harries.

The princess's new statement comes after a very busy week, which has seen her visit the Chelsea Flower Show and attend the most recent Buckingham Palace garden party by the Prince and Princess of Wales, after they requested she and Zara Tindall accompany them.