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076: True Visual History of California Part 1 | David W. Rickman, Illustrator and Historian

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Join us for Part 1 of an interview with artist and historian David W. Rickman, renowned for his illustrations of California history and the Spanish borderlands.

In this episode, we delve into the misconceptions influenced by Hollywood and incomplete historical records, and how David's unique expertise helps correct these narratives.

Learn about his fascinating work on early Californian dress, the visual culture of the American West, and the painstaking research process behind his acclaimed illustrations.

Don't miss this deep dive into the material culture and historical representation of the American West.
00:00 Introduction and Technical Notes
01:23 Understanding the Past Through Visuals
02:38 Meet David Rickman: Historian and Illustrator
04:03 David's Unique Perspective on History
06:09 The Influence of Early Experiences
08:12 Challenges in Historical Illustration
20:00 Research and Projects
27:52 The Importance of Accurate Representation
31:15 California's Rich Historical Record
39:55 Conclusion and Upcoming Part Two

David's Website

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Manage episode 480053523 series 3550919
Content provided by Damian Bacich, Ph.D. and Damian Bacich. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Damian Bacich, Ph.D. and Damian Bacich or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

Join us for Part 1 of an interview with artist and historian David W. Rickman, renowned for his illustrations of California history and the Spanish borderlands.

In this episode, we delve into the misconceptions influenced by Hollywood and incomplete historical records, and how David's unique expertise helps correct these narratives.

Learn about his fascinating work on early Californian dress, the visual culture of the American West, and the painstaking research process behind his acclaimed illustrations.

Don't miss this deep dive into the material culture and historical representation of the American West.
00:00 Introduction and Technical Notes
01:23 Understanding the Past Through Visuals
02:38 Meet David Rickman: Historian and Illustrator
04:03 David's Unique Perspective on History
06:09 The Influence of Early Experiences
08:12 Challenges in Historical Illustration
20:00 Research and Projects
27:52 The Importance of Accurate Representation
31:15 California's Rich Historical Record
39:55 Conclusion and Upcoming Part Two

David's Website

Send a Comment.

Support the show

Give a one-time donation
Learn more about the California Frontier Project:

Contact:
[email protected]

  continue reading

78 episodes

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