On episode 2 of The Mindscape Museum, we meet Justin Caldera, a paleoartist.

Caldera creates 3D models of dinosaurs from different eras within pop culture, from early 90s concepts to more modern, scientifically accurate replications.

Caldera and host R.J. Nieto talk about the inspirations behind his own work, all that goes into paleoart, and the importance of this craft.

To see Justin Caldera's work and art, follow him on Instagram, @jurassicjustin.

The Mindscape Museum is a podcast hosted by R.J. Nieto that explores the nature of science, art, and pop culture in visual and narrative storytelling.

CREDIT:

Host and producer: R.J. Nieto (Instagram: @rj_nieto_illustrated)

Co-producer: Giacomo Ranieri (Instagram: @creativebranchesmedia)

Co-producer and editor: Morgan Barela (Instagram: @morganbarela)

Guest: Justin Caldera (Instagram: @jurassicjustin)

Intro/outro music by @alvaro.makes.music

SHOW NOTES:

- Jurassic Park/Jurassic World (film franchise): https://www.jurassicworld.com/

- Ted Haines: @thefoamfabber

- Carnosaur (film): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106521/

- Stay Puft Marshmallow Man / Ghostbusters (1984 film)

- Retro Revivial: Justin Caldera's paleoart project

- Crash Mccreery (Academy-Award winning illustrator): https://www.conceptartassociation.com/2022-judges/2wcng-0-aaz4d-we94c

- Animal Planet: https://www.animalplanet.com/

- Walking With Dinosaurs (BBC Earth TV series): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0214382/

- Prehistoric Planet (TV series): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10324164/

- Dinosaur Planet (Animated TV series): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0389605/