I never find the time to do everything, but love the things I do. Very easy to make friends with and never judge people by what others have said, as I am capable of finding out for myself.BIOBorn in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK. Was lousy at school and taught myself later on in life. Suffered a long illness in childhood and was constantly bullied on my return to school and so glad when I left. First ever job was making cricket bats and hockey sticks.
My interests have changed through life but are all art orientated. I can draw a little but don't bother much now only on the computer. Retired early due to redundancy and have no desire to start again. Live more comfortable than most in this sorry world, though I do sponsor third world children. My lot has not always been a happy one, but I am so grateful for what I have. I know a lot of people who I love and they love me in return, what more could a man ask.
The photograph is years old and was taken by my Aunt who is now in her 86th year. I have kept my hair although it has gone from blonde to grey. The rest of me is not in bad condition although I have gained a little weight due to inactivity with a broken ankle. I am hoping for some decent weather so that I can cycle the countryside once again. Best wishes, Dave - 12th April 2005
23rd June 2005 - I have just removed my favourite artists list, not out of malice it's just to stop the dreaded ebots :) I had a lot more favourites than was listed anyway so it was not up-to-date. I love you all but I must devote time to my wife who is not mobile anymore and needs my help. I may stop by from time to time, but if not I still think of you all. Yours sincerely, Dave
Comments (30)
CDBrugg
great picture - Sun won't last!
CDBrugg
great picture - Sun won't last!
Zacko
Wow, that is one gorgeous photo!!!! Just the perfect dedication to our Eric, the master of nightshots....and trainrails. Thanks for doing this. Have a great day #:O)
diomedes66
Absolutely magnificent locomotive and wonderful dedication to the master of nightime photography! This is beautiful!
ebsmooth
by far my favorite on yet Dave!!! love the steam pouring out of that little nozzel in the front! the tone and lighting are outstanding!!! talk about great minds thinking alike...though i'd prefer trains like this as opposed to the one i got... amazing capture and work!!!
MossSphere
Excellent picture, the night time lighting has worked really well. Still can't see the dust! 8-)
SoulSearcherr
fantastic shot
solrac_gi_2nd
Perfect as a whole ! ( ... and I love trains).
donvino
A real good shot!!! Trains are a great topic too which i like.
ana-maria
This looks outstanding. Very interesting locomotive and fantastic light. The toning looks perfect. Excellent!!!
Tedz
Now this is just the Bees Knees.
Sekadhar
Perfect! Fantasic B&W photo! Excellent done!*****!
Akinom
Yep has quite the atmosphere of an old station! A scene you can see in old movies! :o) Excellently captured, Dave!
Lledeline Online Now!
Wonderful picture . Perfect in every detail.
kennyliu
lovely night scene shot!
Saurav
A great photo and subject.
b2amphot
Oh how I love trains, especially steam locomotives. Wonderful image.
cynlee
such wonderful memories of cross country chugging... may they never go out of style! :] wonderfully presented
Beemer
The best picture & Story.........
jocko500
love old things like this ...super shot
pm_hackworth
I love your slides and the history lesson. My son would love it. He loves planes, jets, and trains. When he was little he was horrified of trains (we lived in Kentucky right next to a railroad at that time). To get him over his fear I would daily take him out so he could see the trains and read books to him about trains and later he had 20 trillion (okay not THAT many) train sets. This brings back lovely memories. He lives near Chicago now at the ripe age of 23.
Suzy007
Very beautiful train and picture escafeld, light, details, grain, perspective, excellent!
tommorules
Well I'm not a fan of transportation at the moment as you may know (sniff!), but this is excellent!! Makes you realise that digital really is bunk at the end of the day. Great scan, love the steam, lighting, DOF... and the old phone box! Respect. Steve.
kimariehere
what a perfect dedi for ebsmooth a wonderful charming old train with charictor and atmosphere!... awesome pov and shot! i love these slides i can tell you like me have a facination for the old things.. they are to be remebermered and praised !! Eric will LOVE this i know it!!! love the story and the presentation your presentations are always the best!
Enmos
This looks so dreamy and unreal, really outstanding work here my friend !!! A joy to look at !! :o)
danob
FANTASTIC OLD LOCOMOTIVE STEAM WAS THE GOLDEN AGE OF THE RAILWAYS
sossy
what a beautiful old lady and outstanding and impressive duo-tone capture! perfect POV and nice reflection of the light! ;o)
bentchick
Very cool shot, impressive!
Haeberle
This is more than a photo, while viewing I can feel that station-atmosphere , well done Dave !
TwoPynts
Wow, great shot for EP...love that steam. So much info too, no one can mistake you for anything other than a train buff! :)