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077: True Visual History of California Part 2 | David W. Rickman, Illustrator and Historian
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Episode Description
In the second part of our interview with illustrator and historian David W. Rickman, we delve into his research methodologies and his quest to accurately depict historical clothing. We discuss how Hollywood has influenced our perceptions of the American West and the common misconceptions about Native American attire in the past. David shares his experiences researching in various museums, including the National History Museum in Los Angeles and the de Young Museum, and talks about the challenges of getting people to wear authentic historical costumes. We also touch on his upcoming book, 'Where Worlds Met,' which explores California costumes from 1822 to 1860 and features never-before-seen images. Join us as we explore these fascinating insights into California history.
00:00 Introduction to the Interview with David W. Rickman
01:00 David's Research Methodology and Museum Experiences
05:04 Challenges in Historical Costume Accuracy
06:50 The Influence of the American West and Individualism
08:57 California's Historical and Cultural Revival
24:28 Misconceptions About Native American Clothing
31:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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