Route 66 New Mexico Tapestries

hand drawn stylistic illustration of the Dog House hot dog stand on Route 66 in Albuquerque New Mexico

Celebrate Historic Route 66 highway existing from November 26, 1926 – June 26, 1985. A total of 2,448 miles passing through Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California.

hand drawn stylistic illustration of signs from the historic route 66 in New Mexico

hand drawn stylistic illustration of the Dog House hot dog stand on Route 66 in Albuquerque New Mexico

hand drawn stylistic illustration of the Dog House hot dog stand on Route 66 in Albuquerque New Mexico

simple hand drawn illustration of signs you might see on route 66 going across America. This inspiration is from signs on a wall near a restaurant in Albuquerque New Mexico .

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Artist Illustration of a watercolor I painted captures the adorable essence of a baby donkey found on Route 66, in Oatman Arizona. The sweet, expressive face of the little creature is rendered in a soft and delicate watercolor style, highlighting its playful and curious nature. Its big, vibrant eyes gaze out from the page, beckoning the viewer to come closer and engage with this charming and endearing subject.

Route 66 New Mexico rustic hanging sign on red pole against blue sky

Fine art photography of an historic Route 66 stat highway (Badge style) sign along old route 666 in New Mexico.

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A classic car can be seen in the garage of one of the rooms in the Blue Swallow Motor Court in Tucumcari New Mexico. This vintage motel is vestige of Route 66's glory days.

hand drawn stylistic illustration of an old antique Kenworth truck I saw alongside the road in Albuquerque New Mexico

East of Albuquerque is the small but growing town of Edgewood, New Mexico. Ranchers have horses and cattle among the mountains and valleys of the East Mountains.

One of the many motel signs along Route 66 in Tucumcari New Mexico. The neon is long gone but the paint on the sign looks great.

Bonnie & Clyde driving a Ford Model T down Route 66 for the 100 Year Centennial

Route 66 travelers who have passed through New Mexico surely recognize the landmark neon sign for the Sun ‘n Sand Motel that has stood along the side of the highway in Santa Rosa since the early '50s. The motel itself was built in 1952 and largely remained unchanged until it was updated and remodeled in 1998, but ended up closing down in 2012.

The Blue Swallow Motor Court is a shining gem in the crown of what was once The Mother Road. If you're going to stay the night in Tucumcari you'd be hard pressed to find a better or more authentic place to do it.

The weathered sign of Route 66 lodging La Mesa Motel with a cloudless sky behind.

hand drawn stylistic illustration of an old antique GMC truck I sas alongside the road in Albuquerque New Mexico

Colorful artwork of a Route 66 sign. A great look back at the Mother road.

Artist Illustration of a watercolor I painted captures the towering Muffler man statue, adorned in a yellow hardhat and work overalls, standing tall along Route 66 in Gallup, New Mexico. The sun sets behind the colossal figure casting a golden hue on the rusted metal frame, while the arid desert landscape engulfs him in solitude. The wispy strokes of color blend seamlessly, creating a sense of movement and depth to the painted image.

Night street scene Gallup, Gallup Charms Along Route 66 in New Mexico

Photography of the old Sun n Sand Motel sign circa 1950s in Tucumcari New Mexico along old route 66.

Tail of vintage Plymouth American classic with New Mexico plate abandoned

North America Map. Tourist and travel landmarks,

Tell me you're from Albuquerque without telling me you're from Albuquerque! Burqueña pride in the 505!

Another oft photographed relic of route 66 is this decaying Chevrolet Apache. It sits outside what was formerly knows as The Ranch House among other names. Like The Mother Road itself this truck is being slowly reclaimed by nature.

This rusty Packard is from 1948, 49 or 50 and was spotted off of Route 66 in New Mexico.

Artist illustration of a watercolor I painted captures the iconic Muffler man statue towering above Route 66 in Gallup, New Mexico. With its towering metallic frame and wide stance, the statue stands tall against the open, sweeping landscape. In the watercolor, the dusty earth tones of the desert landscape and the vivid blue of the sky perfectly complement the vibrant red and yellow colors of the statue, bringing the scene to life. It's a snapshot of the quintessential American west, frozen in time on paper.

Artist Illustration of a watercolor I painted captures the nostalgic charm of iconic street signs from Route 66 in New Mexico. The vibrant colors of the watercolor bring to life the classic designs of the signs, showcasing their unique flair and style. The illustration is a nod to the rich history and sense of adventure that Route 66 represents, inviting viewers to imagine cruising along the road and experiencing the magic of the Southwest.

Hand drawn stylistic illustration of a store front in on the corner of Winslow Arizona, famous from the song by the Eagles, Take it Easy, all about Route 66 going across America.

If you travelled Route 66 between Amarillo, Texas and Albuquerque, New Mexico at some point between 1949 and 2000, you probably at least thought about pulling off at the Westerner Drive-Inn in Tucumcari, New Mexico. Located at 1001 West Route 66 Boulevard, it was the only thing around on this particular stretch and was pretty hard to miss, and frequent travelers have undoubtedly knew it was the place to get a great meal. Operating as an old school drive in for just over five decades, the Westerner specialized in big burgers, golden fries, and traditional sodas, even offering a full breakfast menu to weary travelers.

The entrance to La Cita Mexican restaurant in Tucumcari New Mexico sits under a giant sombrero, one of many roadside artifacts to be found along The Mother Road. Contact me for customization.

La Cita Mexican restaurant is another much photographed stop on Route 66 through Tucumcari New Mexico. If we hadn't already eaten early on The Mother Road we would have gone in for a bite.

A vintage auto sits in the drive for the Blue Swallow Motel on Route 66 in Tucumcari New Mexico.