Studied chemical engineering in college, worked almost my whole career for one company, a pharmaceutical manufacturer, managing capital projects. In my spare time, I'm an amateur classical pianist, choral singer, runner, and, of course, photographer!

 

My favorite photographic subjects are trains/railroads, urban architecture, street photography, and nature. I would like to get into astrophotography, but can’t afford the equipment right now.

 

With regard to railroad photography, I’ve taken more than enough “wedgie” or roster shots, and am trying to make railroad photos be as artistic as I can.

 

I love black and white photography. I find myself gravitating to it more and more, especially in urban environments.

 

I grew up in the Chicago suburbs, so I have an affection for almost anything Chicago, especially railroads, and especially Illinois Central. Also, all Chicago sports teams: Cubs/Bears/Blackhawks, and White Sox. I don't follow NBA, but if the Bulls win that's awesome.

 

I'm migrating my "photos for sale" site over to SmugMug. Fine Art America appears to be languishing -- the support there is lacking. The URL is in my profile. If you're interested in purchasing one of my photos displayed here on Flickr, message me and let me know which one you’d like — I'll put it on the SmugMug site if it's not there already so you can choose from the full range of sizes and materials.

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  • JoinedJuly 2007
  • OccupationProject Manager
  • HometownPark Forest, Illinois
  • Current citySt. Louis, Missouri
  • CountryUSA
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lute829 says:

Matt has this uncanny ability to picture the raw power and also the grace of these behemoths, with beautiful lighting and fine texture.

September 20, 2021