Captain Haughton Forrest: A Pioneer of Tasmanian Landscape Painting Captain Haughton Forrest (30 December 1826, Boulogne-sur-Mer – 20 January 1925, Melton Mowbray), sometimes incorrectly referred to as James Haughton Forrest, was an Australian artist who specialized in landscapes and maritime scenes. He stands as a remarkable figure in Tasmanian art history—a self-taught visionary whose prolific output captured the essence of the region’s dramatic coastline and serene interior during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His legacy continues to inspire admiration for his meticulous techniq…