Exclusive: Princess Eugenie's on a Mission to Save Coral Reefs—And It Starts at Home

When Princess Eugenie took a role in Thirty Six for Coral, a first-of-its-kind exhibition uniting artists in the name of ocean conservation, she brought more than a famous name. As an art gallery director, the princess has long understood the power of visual storytelling—and now she's using that influence to champion one of the most urgent environmental causes of our time.

"My work in art as a Director at Hauser & Wirth has deeply shaped my approach to environmental advocacy because I see art as a powerful medium for storytelling, connection, and impact," she tells Marie Claire in an exclusive interview. "I’ve always loved how art can communicate complex emotions and ideas in a way that resonates deeply and personally with people."

The sentiment is at the heart of Thirty Six for Coral, a global art exhibition and auction that launched on Thursday, June 12. Timed during the United Nations Ocean Conference, the exhibition—held at the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat on the French Riviera—features works from 36 artists, including Rocco Ritchie, Vik Muniz, and Jemima Kirke. Proceeds from the auction will fund coral conservation efforts worldwide through ocean charity Project Zero's Coral Collective.