NICOLA Sturgeon is arguably one of the most photographed people in Scotland.
Here are a few snapshots from her first steps into politics to representing Scotland on the world stage.
Sturgeon was the youngest candidate in Scotland when she first stood for election at 21.
An early election for Sturgeon.
Photo op with a young (L-R) John Swinney, Alex Salmond and Michael Russell.
In the early days: Sturgeon and her now Deputy First Minister John Swinney.
One of her first speeches in government when swine flu swept Scotland.
Sturgeon and actor Alan Cumming in 2014 ahead of the indyref vote.
Sturgeon being sworn in as the first female First Minister of Scotland.
The FM is known for her down to earth warmth and charisma, compared to other politicians ...
... and for being up for a laugh!
Sturgeon thanked her constituency, Glasgow Southside, in her resignation speech.
Sturgeon's appearance at the podium during Covid was both an anxiety-inducing and assuring sight for Scots.
Her personalised mask increased the manufacturer's sales to breaking point, showing the influence Sturgeon had on public life.
Coming out of the pandemic, Sturgeon represented Scotland at COP26, sharing Scotland's culture.
... And met influential figures like climate activists Greta Thunberg and Vanessa Nakate.
During Nicola Sturgeon’s time in office, support for independence surged.
And finally, a wave from Bute House after her resignation.
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