Inverlochy 1914

David Young Cameron created "Inverlochy", an etching that portrays the stark ruins of Inverlochy Castle against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. Cameron's interest in architectural subjects and landscape painting positions this work within a broader movement of Scottish art that sought to define national identity through its iconic places. The castle, a symbol of both strength and decay, prompts questions about Scotland’s past, and the social and political forces that have shaped its identity. How might we read the contrast between the enduring stone and the surrounding landscape in relation to Scotland’s complex history? Cameron invites a dialogue between the past and the present, urging us to consider how history shapes our sense of place and identity. This deeply felt connection to the land and its layered past resonates with themes of cultural memory, and the emotional weight of history.