Mars as always had a great influence upon the arts. From the pages of Swift and Bradbury to the paintings of Bonestell to the movies of George Pal, Mars has influenced the way we think, write and sing. The arts, in turn, have inspired a generation of people who have the chance to actually explore the Red Planet robotically and, one day soon, in person. This lecture will highlight a few areas of our culture that have been impacted by Mars, and will include books by such greats as H. G. Welles, Ray Bradbury, movie clips from films such as War of the Worlds, and a plethora of paintings by artists from the turn of the century to today. We will also explore the anatomy of a scientifically accurate space painting using comparative planetology and creativity constrained by the laws of science. Plan to participate in this lively chat!