Late Queen Spotted In Storm

An incredible photograph of an 150-foot wave during a storm in Sunderland shows a remarkable resemblance to the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Amateur photographer Ian Sproat, 41, said he spent 12 hours on Saturday taking pictures, including incredible shapes formed by the waves in the storm.

One spectacular shot at the Roker Pier and Lighthouse in Sunderland appears to capture the likeness of the late Queen as the sea crashes against the pier. 

The shape of the wave forms the silhouette of Her Majesty’s face and part of her crown – the iconic image seen for decades on the face of coins and banknotes.

The electrician told The Sun: ‘I was absolutely gobsmacked when I saw the photo.

There were so many different shapes coming out of the sea. Pretty bad conditions with probably the biggest wave I have ever photographed.’

Ian himself saw Amphitrite, the goddess of the sea and wife of Poseidon, reflected in the photo. 

But others have been quick to point out its almost uncanny resemblance to the Queen – a coincidence made even more poignant by her daughter Princess Anne’s lifelong love of lighthouses.

Ian has been taking photos for about two years alongside his work as an electrician.

He especially enjoys shooting seascapes and big waves – as well as wildlife.

It is not the first time Britons have spotted the late Queen’s image in the natural landscape.

Pictures of cloud formations taken in September appeared to show her profile – with wings and a crown – appearing in the skies.