Charles Hay Cameron 1864 - 1865

Julia Margaret Cameron's 1864-1865 portrait "Charles Hay Cameron" showcases her signature style of close-up, soft-focus photography. Cameron, known for her dramatic, almost theatrical approach, captures the sitter's contemplative gaze and the ethereal quality of his long white hair and beard. The photograph is a prime example of her work which often focused on capturing the essence of her subjects, exploring themes of faith, mortality, and the human condition. "Charles Hay Cameron" is part of a larger body of work by Cameron, which brought her recognition as one of the pioneers of photographic portraiture in the 19th century.