Greater Northwest Rail Original Artwork. Signed by artist Chris Robitaille.

This collaborative partnership with the Big Sky Rail Passenger Authority is a "first of its kind" for Xplorer Maps and a custom collaborative partnership we are very excited to be a part of.

The signed original artwork was rendered using the finest pen and ink brushes and finished with multiple watercolor washes layered throughout the process. From conception to completion, the artwork took approximately 3-4 months. Every line, letter, icon, and detail is drawn entirely by hand and is unique and original to this new map.

Led by Dan Bucks, there were numerous back and forth sessions with Greg and Chris Robitaille discussing and massaging the content, placement, design scale, and scope; making sure everything that was deemed essential and/or important was included wherever and whenever possible. Throughout the collaborative process, the artist's intent was to ensure that the RAIL LINES were the major focus and the supporting illustrations simply augmented the story and highlighted the regional differences bringing everyone together toward a common goal. The end result is a unique piece of art that effectively "tells the story" of the Greater Northwest Passenger Rail project and generates enthusiasm, and supports the passion of everyone involved.

• Framed
• Size: 24x18
• Museum Glass
• Shipping Included

AUTOGRAPHED, EMPIRE BUILDER FINE ART PRINT

This singular, unique print, signed by the artist, was donated for to the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority Auction in conjunction with the Greater Northwest Passenger Rail Summit, in Billings, MT, in August 2022.

The original 'Empire Builder' artwork was created by Northern California graphic artist, Michael Schwab, in 2003 for the Amtrak print ad campaign which ran from 2004 through 2012. It was one of a series of works of art by the artist portraying the historic American train routes for Amtrak.

The 'Empire Builder' artwork was created to evoke a timeless and dramatic winter landscape portraying this historic region of early rail travel through The American West.

• Empire Builder
• Year: 2022
• Size: 36.5" x 48"
• Framed: 40" x 51"
• Printing: Digital Print on archival paper
• Printer: ArtBrokers, Inc., San Rafael, CA
• Framing: Rimrock Art + Frame, Billings, MT
• Exhibitions: Permanent Collection, Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
• California Palace of the Legion of Honor
• Awards: Award of Excellence, Communication Arts

1 through 50 Limited Edition Greater Northwest Rail Fine Art Print. Signed and numbered by artist Chris Robitaille.

This collaborative partnership with the Big Sky Rail Passenger Authority is a "first of its kind" for Xplorer Maps and a custom collaborative partnership we are very excited to be a part of.

The signed original artwork was rendered using the finest pen and ink brushes and finished with multiple watercolor washes layered throughout the process. From conception to completion, the artwork took approximately 3-4 months. Every line, letter, icon, and detail is drawn entirely by hand and is unique and original to this new map.

Once the rendering of the original artwork was complete and all the digital prep and color correction process work complete and archived, Xplorer Maps printed a very limited edition run of 50 signed and numbered giclee prints to provide additional fundraising opportunities for the BSRA to generate funds and raise awareness and excitement for this project. These Giclees are printed on a 100% Museo Max ``cotton rag" heavyweight paper using no artificial optical brighteners whatsoever. This is the absolute finest reproduction print paper in the industry and is guaranteed never to fade.

There will only ever be these 50 signed and numbered limited edition giclee made available.

• 32.5" x 16.5"
• NOT FRAMED
• Shipping Included

Charles Haddon Shank, Sky Pilot Photography, Signed, Print on Stretched Canvas.

This quintessential image of a Montana railcar was captured by Montana photographer Charles Haddon in the Tobacco Root Mountains. A great piece that expresses the beauty of Montana.

• 40w" x 30"h
• Singed
• 2018

Six Framed German Railroad Photos

These one-of-a-kind, six professionally framed German railroad photos were used in a display booth promoting German Rail travel at various travel shows on the East Coast.

• Dated 6.7.1988.
• English translations are attached.