Conrail GP15-1, Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania 1990

"Conrail GP15-1, Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania" is a black and white photograph by James Welling taken in 1990. The image depicts a Conrail freight train, mostly obscured by the darkness of the night, with only the headlights and the Conrail logo visible. The minimalist aesthetic and stark contrasts of light and shadow are characteristic of Welling's photographic style, often exploring themes of industrial landscapes and the interplay of technology and nature. This work is an example of his interest in capturing the quiet grandeur of everyday objects and environments.