Painter, notably of historical and military subjects, born in Edinburgh. Studied at Edinburgh Institution and RSA Schools, then in France and Spain. Was on the staff of the Illustrated London News. Exhibited RSA, RSW, Fine Art Society and RA. He travelled quite widely and illustrated books on travel and history. Among his notable pictures are King Edward Inspects the Royal Archers and Prince Charlie’s Last Look at Scotland. His work is in Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh. Lived at Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire.