Speaking Engagements and Presentations 

Bringing Maritime History to Life Through Research and Traditional Hand Drafting

Christopher  Mulholland is available for speaking engagements and presentations at museums, maritime organizations, historical societies, educational institutions, libraries, and other interested organizations.

With more than 22 years of experience as a self-taught Maritime Draftsman, Historian, and Consultant, Chris offers audiences a distinctive perspective on maritime history, historic vessel design, and the traditional art of hand drafting.

His presentations combine historical research, archival material, photographs, technical illustrations, and personal experience to explore the vessels that helped shape maritime history.

From the engineering and history of the great ocean liners to the challenges of reconstructing lesser-documented vessels, each presentation offers audiences an opportunity to discover the research and craftsmanship behind preserving maritime history.

Presentation Topics

The Olympic-Class Liners: Olympic, Titanic, and Britannic

Explore the histories of the three great White Star Line sisters, their design, construction, technical characteristics, and individual careers. This presentation examines the similarities and differences between the vessels, along with the historical research involved in documenting their original arrangements.

The Art and Research of a Self-Taught Maritime Draftsman

Discover the journey behind more than two decades of maritime research and traditional hand drafting. Chris discusses the development of his work, the use of archival resources and historical photographs, and the techniques involved in reconstructing historic vessels by hand.

Documenting Historic Vessels: From Ocean Liners to Titanic Recovery Ships

Explore the research and technical drafting involved in documenting historically significant vessels beyond the great ocean liners. This presentation may include cable ships, Titanic recovery vessels, commercial ships, and other maritime craft, with particular attention to the challenges of reconstructing vessels when original plans and documentation are scarce.

Customized presentations may also be arranged to accommodate an organization's particular interests, historical collections, or exhibition themes.

Presentation Packages and Fees

Signature Presentation

$1,000

A professionally prepared presentation tailored to the host organization's audience.

Includes:

A presentation of approximately 60 to 90 minutes.

Historical photographs, research material, and original hand-drafted illustrations presented through visual materials.

A question and answer session following the presentation.

Extended Presentation

$1,250

An expanded program for organizations seeking a more in-depth exploration of a particular subject.

Includes:

A presentation of approximately 90 to 120 minutes.

Additional historical research and visual material.

A more extensive discussion of vessel design, archival discoveries, and traditional drafting techniques.

A question and answer session.

Presentation and Maritime Artwork Display

Starting at $1,500

An opportunity for audiences to experience both the presentation and a curated display of Chris’s maritime drafting and illustrations.

Includes:

A presentation of approximately 60 to 90 minutes.

A curated display of selected maritime drawings and illustrations, which may include original works, high-quality reproductions, or digital scans.

An opportunity for attendees to explore the historical research, technical details, and traditional drafting techniques behind the illustrations.

A question and answer session.

The selection and format of displayed artwork will depend on availability. Certain original drawings are held in private collections or museum collections and may not be available for presentation. Display arrangements will be coordinated with the host organization in advance.

Travel and Accommodations

Presentation fees do not include travel or accommodation expenses.

Depending on the location of the engagement, additional expenses may include transportation, airfare, mileage, fuel, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, and other reasonable travel-related expenses.

All travel arrangements and associated expenses will be discussed and agreed upon with the host organization before the engagement is confirmed.

For engagements requiring significant travel, a customized quotation may be provided.

Booking a Presentation

Speaking engagements are scheduled by appointment and subject to availability.

Organizations interested in hosting Chris are encouraged to make inquiries well in advance to allow sufficient time for scheduling, preparation, and travel arrangements.

Each engagement can be tailored to the interests of the host organization and its intended audience. Presentation topics, available artwork displays, and fees can be discussed during the initial inquiry.

Email is the preferred method of contact for speaking engagement inquiries, as it allows details regarding the proposed presentation, location, scheduling, and arrangements to be discussed in advance.

To inquire about availability or request a presentation proposal, please contact:

Christopher Mulholland
Full Steam Ahead: Maritime Artwork by C.A. Mulholland

Email: camulholland@fullsteamaheadmaritimeartworks.com

Please include the name of your organization, proposed presentation topic, preferred date or timeframe, and location when making an inquiry.

I look forward to the opportunity to share my research and work with your organization and its audience.

Header Photo: Chris at a Fundraiser Dinner with Some of His Drawings. Copyright: Christopher A. Mulholland 2026