John Blake MacDonald: Painter of Highland Myth and Romantic Landscape John Blake MacDonald (1829-1901) stands as a pivotal figure in Scottish art history, celebrated for his masterful depictions of Jacobite lore and the dramatic grandeur of Highland landscapes. Born in Edinburgh, MacDonald’s artistic journey began amidst the burgeoning Victorian fascination with folklore and the picturesque ideal – influences that would profoundly shape his distinctive style. Early Life & Education: MacDonald received a formal education at Eton College and subsequently pursued studies at Glasgow School of…