Santa Fe Building Amarillo Texas Skyline at Sunset - Vintage Neon Sign - High Quality Photo Print on Paper/Canvas/Acrylic/Metal

The winter sunset cast a fiery glow across downtown Amarillo, Texas, painting the sky in streaks of orange and pink as I prepared for a drone shoot that had been on my list for years. Perched atop the historic Santa Fe Building, the iconic neon sign stood as a sentinel of the city, its weathered red paint igniting nostalgia for a time when railroads ruled and Amarillo was a bustling hub. It was late on a quiet December Sunday, the streets below nearly deserted, yet my nerves were anything but calm.

There’s something about flying a drone in a city that always sets my pulse racing. Even with no one in sight, the prospect of drawing attention—or encountering someone who had strong opinions about drones—kept me on edge. But the Santa Fe sign was too perfect to pass up, especially under these stunning conditions. The letters, weathered yet timeless, radiated against the pastel hues of the horizon, and I knew this was the moment to capture it.

I launched the drone from the edge of the parking lot, watching as it climbed higher, slicing through the crisp winter air. The hum of its propellers was faint but steady, a comforting rhythm against the quiet of the city. As the drone approached the towering sign, I maneuvered it carefully, positioning the camera to frame the letters with the Art Deco details of the building below and the sweeping panorama of Amarillo in the background.

The sight from the drone’s perspective was breathtaking. The Santa Fe sign, its aged neon tubes not yet lit for the night, seemed to float against the canvas of the sky. The textures of the building’s stonework glimmered in the warm light, and far below, the city stretched out in serene silence. The cool December air carried a faint metallic tang, mingling with the occasional scent of wood smoke from distant chimneys. The streets, bathed in the soft golden light of sunset, seemed frozen in time.

My hands steadied as I focused on the shot, the nervous energy melting into a sense of determination. This was why I loved photography—the ability to frame a moment, to preserve history in a single image. With the camera settings dialed in, I snapped a series of photos, ensuring I captured the sign’s sunset glow and the radiant sky in perfect harmony.

Satisfied, I began the descent, guiding the drone back to safety with precision. As it landed gently on the ground, I exhaled a breath I didn’t realize I had been holding. Reviewing the images on my screen, I felt a rush of excitement. The shot was everything I had hoped for—bold, dynamic, and rich with the character of the Santa Fe Building.

The building itself, a cornerstone of Amarillo’s skyline since 1930, had once served as the regional headquarters for the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway. Its Art Deco design, with intricate geometric details and towering spires, symbolized the optimism of its era. The neon sign, added later, became a beacon for travelers and a reminder of Amarillo’s railroad legacy.

As I packed up my gear, the last rays of sunlight dipped below the horizon, leaving the neon sign to shine against the deepening twilight. The streets remained silent, the city’s rhythm slowing to a hush as evening settled in. I walked away with a sense of accomplishment and a deep appreciation for the stories preserved in Amarillo’s skyline. This photo, taken in a fleeting moment of perfect light, was not just an image—it was a celebration of history, artistry, and the thrill of capturing something timeless.

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Production and Shipping Time: 5-7 business days

Premium Photo Paper: 5 days for printing, 5 days for shipping.

Ready-to-Hang Canvas: 5 days for printing, 5 days for shipping.

There are 5 ways to print these images.

1) Premium Photo Paper are high quality, professional paper-prints.
Sharp, Vivid and rich Color sets this apart from a casual photo print.
You'll feel like you're there.
Premium Photo Paper will last a long time.
This option is available in 8x10 inches, 11x14 inches, 16x20 inches or 24x36.
They are designed to be placed in a glass frame, which can be purchased separately (starting at a few dollars at your local Target or online.)

2) Ready to Hang Canvas are ready to hang right out of the box with zero assembly required. Ultimate convenience.
Gorgeous finished look. It comes out of the shipping box finished and ready to hang with a simple nail in the wall.
Canvas Prints are a well-known, high-end way of displaying photographs.
0.75 or 1.5 inch thick (depending on which size that you order) wooden stretcher-bars that give it shape, in the same way an oil painting is traditionally assembled. There are no staples or ugly lines visible on the sides (very important.)
Estimated delivery time for printing, assembling, packing and shipping is around 10 days.

3) Ready to Hang Canvas (split into 3 panels)
This is for larger pieces, and the photograph is split into 3 even panels, 3 separate canvas panels which together make a single large image.
This gives a modern look, and allows spectacularly large sizes on your wall!

4) Aluminum Metal Prints
Create elegant wall decor that shines with high-end, exclusive and unique aluminum metal prints.
Create a polished addition to any home or office. 3/64" thick aluminum panel. Features a glossy coating and rounded edges.
UV resistant ink prevents fading. All metal sizes are ready to hang on your wall, right out of the box.

5) Acrylic Prints
Create eye-catching home decor with modern acrylic prints. Light refracts through the museum-quality acrylic bringing vibrancy and depth to your photos. The 1/8" thick, clear acrylic produces superb image quality from edge to edge and absolutely stunning, brilliant color!
UV resistant ink prevents fading. All acrylic sizes are ready to hang on your wall, right out of the box