...one I mentor...and who greatly inspires me...
 

http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p609837046/e5ddbe80c
 

http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p609837046/e64492b7b

- Coming Christmas 2015 -

E.E Burke writes romance from the heart woven with history the way it really happened in the wild American West.

Her work has received accolades in numerous contests, including the prestigious Golden Heart®. 

https://www.eeburke.com/

http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p609837046/e6e26e4f5

Patrick Pantoliano

http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p609837046/h5ee247c3#h5ee247bd

http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p609837046/h5ee247c3#h5ee247c3

http://www.photoawards.com/winner/index.php?compName=IPA%202015&level=student

http://www.photoawards.com/winner/zoom.php?eid=8-98649-15

http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p609837046/e52ec31f4

http://www.hasselblad.com/inspiration/masters/masters-2016

"Hasselblad Masters 2016"

http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p609837046/e4ac7e943

- Coming July 2015 -

E.E Burke writes romance from the heart woven with history the way it really happened in the wild American West.

Her work has received accolades in numerous contests, including the prestigious Golden Heart®. 

https://www.eeburke.com/

Thank you Matthew; 

A wonderful selection of powerful EBT photographs. If a final book is ever done on the East Broad Top, your portfolio should be a major part. Seems odd that my only EBT book was all color...my bad. 

Your photographs evoke both fond memories and sadness, something that can only be conveyed in black & white, as you have done. Wonderful work in the opinion of this old LIFE photographer. In today's digital, fast paced, vivid, color world, people have forgotten how to put themselves into the art form. 

As Wilson Hicks, former LIFE Executive Editor, told me: a person looks at a color photo and quickly moves on. But, when a viewer sees a b&w photograph, he has to stop and mentally fill-in the colors, or at least dwell upon the picture long enough that the brain supplies all the information needed for appreciation. 

I appreciate! 
-Mallory Hope Ferrell

This website was born in 2006, simply to house my growing collection of photographs. Since then my photographic style has emerged and been refined, and with it the theme to my "Lost Tracks of Time" portfolio - to keep alive and feature a bygone era of steam travel at current-day excursion railroads and museums; for a moment taking the viewer back to a better, vanished time.
This all remains a passionate hobby - cameras, trains, and Photoshop outside my professional career. Nevertheless, it's something I take very serious and pour a lot of energy into.
I shoot first and foremost for myself; what appeals to my tastes. I'm so grateful and fortunate to have developed a loyal following of all ages, who constantly send email and leave photo comments complimenting me in regards to my body of work. It thrills me that others live and enjoy the experiences through my visions. I thank you all!
Below are amazing four emails I received in the last few days; shared as appreciation to everyone who takes the time to view my images, and continue to accompany the journey.
Enjoy,
Matthew
 

April 3
"Great images"
Hello Matthew,
I've been meaning to write you for quite some time. I met you by chance in late December 2012 at New Hope. It was snowing and we were both photographing 'old number 40' as it got ready for its last run of the day.
Anyway you gave me your card and ever since I've checked out your website and also followed you on 500px.
The reason I'm writing is simply to tell you that I am continually amazed at your railroad photography. Your technical skills, combined with your eye for detail and storytelling ability is a continuing source of inspiration, amazement, and admiration. Keep up the great work and thanks for doing what you do.
Best regards,
Harold
 

April 2
"Great photos"
If you ever get to Texas, I'll give you a cab ride on the Austin Steam Train. We're without or steamer now but it is still a good ride. Great photos, thanks for sharing.
Bruce
 

April 2
"Purchase or license"
Hi - I love this photo!
http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p658205584/h2b362b69#h2b362b69
I would like a large-format framed copy - is it available from you for purchase, either as a print or high-res digital? Thanks!
Deanna
 

April 2
"Praise"
Matthew,
I think we e-mailed a couple of years ago. Today somebody sent me a link to your site again and I must say you have taken what may be five or six of the best railroad shots I've ever seen. Made my day.
Russ
 

http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p609837046/e3316c80e

http://www.losttracksoftime.com/p609837046/e374a6188

by pyrographic fine artist Minisa Robinson

http://www.minisapyrography.com

https://iso.500px.com/best-of-2014-top-10-transportation-photos/