David A. Aguilar

Award-Winning Astronomer, Author, Space Artist, Speaker

David A. Aguilar is a naturalist, astronomer, author and space artist. His expertise lies in presenting the fascinating connections between the universe and ourselves.

He is the award-winning author and illustrator of seven National Geographic books including "ALIEN WORLDS";  "13 PLANETS";  and "SPACE ENCYCLOPEDIA". His next book, "COSMIC CATASTROPHES" will be published by Random House in June 2016. 

Dec. 2020: International Space Station screens "Chesley Bonestell: A Brush With The Future"

March 04, 2018  /  Shirley Aguilar

David appears onscreen in this comprehensive look at the fascinating work & life of the "father of space art" Chesley Bonestell. David reached out to Chesley in the late 70s and visited Chesley at his art studio in Carmel, CA. He shares several memories of the man and his work, and attributes much of his interest in space art to Chesley. For screening information please visit https://www.chesleybonestell.com This film provides a fascinating look at a true futurist and first space artist, and is not to be missed!!

 

 

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