Sierra No. 3 Steam Train Photo – Black and White Railroad Wall Art

Before Sierra Railway No. 3 became a movie star, she had a day job hauling freight and passengers through California’s Gold Country.

This Black and White photograph captures the legendary steam locomotive resting between her performances inside the historic roundhouse in Jamestown, California. Surrounded by shadow, steel and more than a century of railroad history, No. 3 waits in all her cinematic glory for the next director to call “action.”

Built in 1891, No. 3 has gone on to appear in High Noon, Back to the Future Part III, Unforgiven and many other theatrical productions. Not bad for an actor without an agent, a trailer or even a speaking role.

I photographed this image on 35mm Ilford film one beautiful morning in the California Sierras. The smoke-stained steel, deep shadows and old-fashioned mechanical swagger brought together two of my favorite things: trains and photography. It makes distinctive wall art for an office, library, media room—or anyone who still turns their head when they hear a steam whistle.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPH
• Title: 'Sleeping Beauty - Sierra Railroad #3'
• Location: Jamestown - California
• Photographer: Andy Moine
• Photography Medium: 35mm Ilford Black and White Film
• Orientation: Vertical
• Aspect Ratio: 2:3

CHOOSE YOUR FINISH

TRADITIONAL FINE ART PHOTO PRINT
Available in Either a Lustre "Semigloss" surface or Glossy Pearl surface. Each image is printed by a professional photo lab on Kodak or FujiFilm photographic papers that present smooth tones and a classic photographic appearance.

FRAMED FINE ART PRINT
Professional photographic printing combined with a selection of economy and premium frames and mat color options. If you'd like help choosing a frame and mat combination, send me a message and I'm happy to help.

ALUMINUM METAL PRINT
A sleek, contemporary presentation (My Personal Favorite!) with exceptional detail and tonal depth. Available in matte or glossy finishes and supplied with a float mount so it arrives ready to hang.

CANVAS GALLERY WRAP
This is a classic choice for traditional or transitional interiors. Gallery-wrapped canvas is stretched over a 1.5" deep wood frame and is available with black, white, or mirrored edges.

ACRYLIC PRINT
A polished contemporary presentation with exceptional depth and luminosity. The photograph is face-mounted to 1/4" acrylic with polished edges and stainless-steel mounting hardware. This is a sleek, gallery-style presentation with added depth and radiance.

SIZING
Prints are available in a variety of 2:3 sizes, including:
8" × 12"
10" × 15"
12" × 18"
16" × 24"
20" × 30"
24" × 36"
30" × 45"
Custom sizes and cropping are also available. If you need a size that isn't listed, send me a message and I'll be happy to help.

SPECIAL MADE TO ORDER ITEMS
Most pieces are made to order according to your selected size and finish. If you have a specific deadline, please contact me before ordering and I'll do my best to accommodate your timeline.

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
International collectors can contact me about local printing and fulfillment options that may reduce international shipping costs and import fees.

Thank you for supporting independent Fine Art Photography!
— Andy Moine
TheAndyMoineCompany