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.
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)
Fellow Artists:
Gil honors two of his friends and fellow artists: Ted Rose and Howard Fogg.(YouTube-new page)
Career-Kalmbach:
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 Train:
His father bought him his first Lionel train … and the rest is history.(YouTube – open new page)