Inside the Mind of Civil War Artist Mark Maritato
Distant Drums Podcast
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58m
In this episode of The Distant Drums Podcast, we are joined by acclaimed military history artist Mark Maritato. Known for his historically accurate Civil War paintings, Mark's artwork has appeared in museums, National Park Service exhibits, documentaries, and private collections around the world. Every painting begins with months—or even years—of research to ensure every uniform, weapon, landscape, and detail is historically accurate.
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