Legendary Ski Artist James Niehues

THE MAN BEHIND THE MAPS

Legendary Ski Artist James Niehues

THE MAN BEHIND THE MAPS BOOK

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Mapmaker James Niehues is an icon in the skiing world.

A LIFETIME OF MAPS

Niehues has painted over 430 maps on five continents over his 30 year career. He has been fortunate to travel the world, work with wonderful people and still doing it today.

EVERY MAP PAINTED BY HAND

Each map is painted by hand using a brush and airbrush over several months. Every mountain is different and the details and variations of nature's beauty are carefully captured in each scene.

GUIDE TO THE MOUNTAINS

Niehues' maps have been used by millions of people all over the world. He works to ensure each piece is a useful guide to the resort it depicts, gives you a feel of the mountain and helps bring you a lifetime memory.

IN JAMES' WORDS

Hear from James Niehues about the why this project is so important to him and how it came about.