AEST 13:50, Fri Feb 10 2012
Kate Middleton might be missing Prince William, but she didn't let it show last night.
The Duchess of Cambridge carried out her first solo public engagement since joining the royal family, attending a preview of the new Lucian Freud exhibition at London's National Portrait Gallery.
Kate - who studied history of art at university - was reportedly 'fizzing' with questions at the event, and impressed everyone with her poise and vivacity.
William is currently on a six-week deployment to the Falklands with his RAF Search and Rescue unit.
Kate looked stunning at the art show.