International Photo Awards Exhibit

California State Parks and the California State Railroad Museum and Foundation are proud to present a new exhibit that showcases the impressive award-winning photographs from the prestigious Center for Railroad Photography and Art’s 2017 John E. Gruber Creative Photography Awards Program. The exhibit debut coincides with the start of the 35th consecutive weekend excursion train ride season and is in celebration of Photography Month Sacramento happening during the month of April 2018.

Showcasing a remarkable range of photography, more than 100 photographers from nearly 30 states and 11 countries submitted photographs, including from two father-son pairs. Entries were submitted in two categories: one that features outstanding work made prior to the creation of Amtrak in 1971, and another that showcases recent innovations in night photography made possible by modern digital cameras.

The photographs were judged by a panel of individuals including Center co-founder John Gruber who is also a noted photographer, author, editor and railroad preservationist. The Center, a nonprofit arts and education organization founded in 1997, is committed to interpreting the intersection of railroads, art, and culture with American history and life.

This special photography exhibit will remain on display at the California State Railroad Museum at least through 2018. In addition, the winners and a selection of the award-winning photographs will be featured in the Spring 2018 Center’s Railroad Heritage journal and in the April 2018 issue of Railfan & Railroad magazine.