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"Xplore" jagged peaks crowned by more than 300 glaciers, cascading waters in forested valleys and the abundant wildlife roaming the canvas that make this North Cascades National Park Map one of our most feature rich to date!
This Washington state gem boasts a vast wilderness of conifer-clad mountains, glaciers and lakes as well as 75 species of mammals and 200 species of birds that either pass through or use the North Cascades for a breeding area. Bugling elk, foraging grizzly and black bears, as well as the elusive wolverine make their way across the landscape while 5 varieties of salmon swim the waters and the likes of bald eagles, thrush, warblers and hummingbirds take to the air in this wild piece of art.
The North Cascades National Park also highlights geographic marvels like Mt. Shuksan and the Picket Range while paying homage to the humans who venture to bike, hike and ski the parks many recreational opportunities. There's a little bit of something for everyone in this North Cascades National Park Map and its unique and artistic ability to truly connect people and place.
This hand-drawn, custom and ORIGINAL illustrated map of the park is the result of a collaborative partnership with the North Cascades Institute. Please visit www.ncascades.org to learn more about their mission to connect people, nature and community through science, art, literature and hands-on exploration of Cascadia’s natural and cultural history. Xplorer Maps donates a portion of all proceeds to NCI in perpetuity from the sale of these maps and accompanying map art products.
The North Cascades National Park Map is 18" wide x 24" tall.
Looking for a custom matted and framed piece? Choose from Montana hand-scraped pine, antique maple burl, rustic Montana barn wood or reclaimed Flathead Lake larch. (Learn more about the Flathead Lake Larch here). You can also choose between green and blue mats. All frames come standard with conservation clear glass which is guaranteed 99% UV protection. Upgrade to Museum glass which also guarantees 99% UV protection but also provides ZERO GLARE - this is the quality glass you would find in gallery settings. You can also request a complete customization by emailing us.
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All Xplorer Maps lithographic maps are printed on heavy-duty, 80 lb. cover stock using only soy-based inks and 50% post-consumer product. The medium for Giclee prints is 100% cotton, MUSEO MAX, heavy rag with absolutely no optical brighteners. These giclee prints represent the finest original artwork reproduction in the industry and will appreciate in value approximately 5% annually for a true investment in art.
Every print is shipped in our unique and distinct “illustrated tube” that is safe and convenient for shipping, and travel as they fit in all standard carry-on-luggage.
A lot of map art is simply stock or "open source" imagery with a logo or small piece of custom art overlayed so that it can then be marketed as "original, custom, art". Xplorer Maps is different. Every single line, letter and image has been intricately rendered entirely by hand. Each is unique and original to every new map we create. These maps are truly custom and one of a kind!
The medium used by world-renowned illustrator Chris Robitaille for these hand-drawn maps is pen & ink with multiple layers of watercolor washes. Depending on the depth of detail in the map being rendered, the actual art process takes anywhere from 5-8 weeks.
The end result is an entirely custom, unique and original piece of art that has been fully vetted for "educational merit, historical and geographic accuracy and cultural relevance.
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