Take a Ride on the Reading
by LN13

Comment:
A fine, cheery picture, but in my humble opinion a strong focus on the rusted wheels would yield a more interesting study. Perhaps a shot from below contrasting with the vivid sky? Just a suggestion, I don't know if that would even be possible.

Solitude
by damjanev

Comment:
Nice deep image following the lines as far as you can.

Rio Grande #318
by hahn23

Comment:
Handsome picture of a grand old train. Nice detail.

liz
by skewsme

Comment:
I'm not quite clear what this has to do with trains, but I like this picture very much.

Early morning commuter train
by thierr26

Comment:
Well-balanced and delicate composition. Fascinating interplay of curves and lines.

Relic
by jomari

Comment:
A bold and interesting study of textures and weathering. Very nice.

CCLX 1305
by Enlightened

Comment:
Even though this image is in color, it nicely approximates a black and white with its emphasis on crows, the tanker car and the snow.

Coming Through
by bflo_guy

Comment:
I like the feeling of anticipation here with the close focus on the rail and the train bearing down.

Ollis crossing
by Urho

Comment:
More than merely a pleasing pattern of branching lines, this image hints at the joy of adventure as the lines curve into the unknown past cliff and hillside. This promise of discovery is at the base of the allure of rail travel and its wide appeal. And this lovely black and white evocation of these longed for moments is captured here with a low, intimate perspective that invites the viewer into the scene. On a personal note, it brings back wonderful memories of the summer I once spent hopping freight trains across the country.

Take me back
by MargaretNet

Comment:
Beautiful setting and a fine handling of the tracks converging around the curve. Very finely balanced composition.