Trains

On the Right Track.

Trains have a timeless allure, evoking both the romance of travel and the industrial heartbeat of progress. Award-winning photographer Chad Austin captures this enduring spirit through images of locomotives, rail lines, and the environments they connect. From freight trains rumbling through the foothills of Hickory and Lenoir to historic passenger cars and rail yards along the East Coast, his work blends technical precision with an eye for atmosphere. Each photograph tells a story — of motion, history, and the landscapes shaped by the rails — preserving moments where engineering meets artistry.