John Knox: Panoramic Visionary of Scottish Highlands John Knox (1778-1845) emerged as a prominent landscape artist during the Romantic era in Scotland, establishing himself as a disciple of Alexander Nasmyth and crafting breathtaking panoramas that immortalized the grandeur of Scotland’s west coast and Highlands. Born in Edinburgh, Knox possessed an innate fascination with capturing the sublime beauty of his homeland—a passion fueled by the burgeoning interest in topographical art and fuelled by the spirit of exploration prevalent during the Victorian period. Early Life & Education: Littl…