Videos

I sat down with Gil in spring of 2006 and captured our discussion on video tape. I’ve edited this down to a few selections and published them here for you to enjoy (videos are hosted at YouTube.)

Elm Grove Depot

Gil Reid discusses his latest print the “Elm Grove Depot” and the spectacular crash that destroyed it. (YouTube-open new page)

The Elm Grove, WI depot was destroyed by a spectacular train wreck mid-century. The print he’s discussing and a newspaper article reprint from that crash can be found at the Elm Grove Depot page

CannonBall

The Milwaukee Road “CannonBall” route and history is featured in this video.

(YouTube-open new page)

The Cannonball’s route is featured in the following prints:

• The Cannonball, (Brookfield, WI)
• Elm Grove Depot,
• Action at Duplainville,
• Railroad Ghosts,
• Day Express Doubleheader,
• Oconomowoc Snow Train

Interurban

He discusses his series of Interurban Railroad prints. (YouTube – open new page)

Amtrak Calendars

Gil discusses his experience producing the artwork for the Amtrak calendars. (YouTube-open new page)

Honoring Fellow Artists

Gil honors two of his friends and fellow artists: Ted Rose and Howard Fogg. (YouTube-new page)

Career at Kalmbach Publishing

Gil discusses his career at Kalmbach Publishing Company. Kalmbach is responsible for bringing you Model Railroader, Trains, Classic Toy Trains and several other hobbyist magazines.(You Tube – open new page)

Art Business:

Gil discusses his experiences with being involved in the art business. (YouTube-open new page)

Lionel Trains:

His father bought him his first Lionel train … and the rest is history. (YouTube – open new page)