More from the Rails

By now, it may seem that I have this fetish for railroad equipment?  Part of my journey, during a trip to Wyoming, involved photographing railway art.  As a lover of western art and the western way of life, it fascinates me and brings many "what if" thoughts to mind.

What if.... the railroads had not been so aggressively built during the late 19th century?  I think that our country would be different today.  Because of the early railroad expansion, our country benefited by acquiring so much wealth due to precious metal finds and the ability to move beef and produce to the east.  When I look at the present day railway activity, it stimulates my mind to imagine how much work, sacrifice, and dedication that our ancestors had.

Let me share another set of railway photos, both vintage and modern day, with you.  These images are presented in black and white or a split tone finish to enhance the vintage mood.  I hope you like....

Big Wheel - Closeup of vintage locomotive wheel

Entrance to caboose

Present day freight yard in Laramie

Vintage locomotive - Union Pacific No. 535

Rail Coupler

These photos were shot at Laramie, Wyoming which has a huge amount of rail traffic and railroad history.  The community is also developing a museum which includes a vintage train that sits on static display.  If you're a rail lover... or even simply a lover of the "west" there is something to capture your attention.

This work and others are posted in my online gallery.  I hope you'll visit, browse, and shop from what I've created.  Click here to access the transportation gallery, where my rail exhibits await you.  I hope that you'll leave your comments with each photo that you view.

If you visit Laramie, be sure to visit the historic railroad depot.  It's a very pleasant place to see with and share with your family.