Mirko Hanák (26 June 1921 in Turčiansky Svätý Martin — 4 November 1971 in Prague) was a Czech painter, graphic artist and illustrator. He became famous mainly for his distinctive illustrations and lithographs with natural themes. The theme of his drawings and prints were often wild animals coming from the Czech countryside. Hanák was inspired by his life and visits to many areas including Turčiansky Svätý Martin (from 1951 known as Martin) in Slovakia and the Czech towns of Olomouc and Kroměříž. He first studied visual arts in Zlín after World War II, then at the Academy of Arts in Prague. He