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James Welling

American, born 1951

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The image shows a residential area with two-story houses and bare trees. In the background, there is a steel bridge crossing a river valley, with rolling hills and dense trees further away. The color scheme highlights contrasts and textures in black and white tones.
James Welling, Point Marion, Pennsylvania, November 1993, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Artist, 2020.158.45

Point Marion, Pennsylvania

James Welling · November 1993 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.45

The image depicts railroad tracks curving into the distance, lined with utility poles. Nearby, a utility pole with birds perched on it stands tall. Power lines stretch overhead, while leafless trees and a road run parallel to the tracks. The ground is covered with dry grass and rocks, and the scene is rendered in black and white.
James Welling, Road and Track, Hancock, West Virginia, April 23, 1991, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Artist, 2020.158.40

Road and Track, Hancock, West Virginia

James Welling · April 23, 1991 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.40

This is a photograph of a train locomotive, identified as "Conrail," emerging from a curve on a track. The image shows the front of the train displaying the numbers "1652" in text and on the lit number boards. The scene appears to be set in low light conditions. The train is a dark silhouette, and the track leads into a wooded area with barely visible barren trees lining the sides.
James Welling, Conrail GP15-1, Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania, February 1990, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Artist, 2020.158.32

Conrail GP15-1, Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania

James Welling · February 1990 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.32

This is a black and white photograph of two train locomotives on a railway track. The locomotives display identification numbers 614 and 4138. The second locomotive is labeled with the initials "CV." The scene is set in a railway yard with multiple tracks extending into the background. The environment shows an overcast sky, trees, a building, and gravel on the ground near the tracks, adding texture to the foreground. The image conveys an atmosphere of industrial strength and utility.
James Welling, Central Vermont GP9, Palmer, Massachusetts, November 4, 1990, printed 2020, inkjet print, Gift of the Artist, 2020.158.34

Central Vermont GP9, Palmer, Massachusetts

James Welling · November 4, 1990, printed 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.34

The image shows a train yard with two locomotives in focus. The view is from track level, showcasing the train engines, with one displaying the number 9839. The ground is covered with gravel and tracks, leading towards railroad buildings in the distance. The horizon is partially obscured by structures such as a roundhouse with a conical roof and a rectangular building. The sky is mostly clear with some clouds, creating a bright scene in the black and white photograph. The contrast between the shadows on the trains and the light sky indicates a sunny day. Tall telegraph poles run parallel to the tracks, with overhead wires crisscrossing above the locomotives.
James Welling, Engine Terminal, Martinsburg, West Virginia, April 23, 1991, printed 2020, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Artist, 2020.158.39

Engine Terminal, Martinsburg, West Virginia

James Welling · April 23, 1991, printed 2020 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.39

This is a black and white photograph of a train locomotive at a rail yard. The locomotive has the number "256" displayed on its side, with a painted stripe design. The image shows the locomotive, railway tracks, pallets, industrial buildings, poles, and electrical cables. The focus is on the locomotive's mechanical details and its surroundings in the rail yard.
James Welling, Long Island City, New York, 1990, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Artist, 2020.158.22

Long Island City, New York

James Welling · 1990 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.22

The image shows an Amtrak train traveling on tracks through a snowy landscape. The train is seen curving away from the viewer on slightly elevated ground. On the right, there is a snow-covered rocky hillside, while the left side shows snow-covered ground with sparse dormant vegetation. In the distance, there are bare trees with hints of snow, indicating the horizon. The color scheme is primarily black, white, and gray, emphasizing the winter setting. The train is branded as Amtrak, with a sleek design contrasting the natural surroundings.
James Welling, Amtrak Turbo in Snow, Hudson, New York, January 12, 1991, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Artist, 2020.158.46

Amtrak Turbo in Snow, Hudson, New York

James Welling · January 12, 1991 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.46

The image shows a railway track leading to a metal bridge. The tracks run straight ahead and disappear into the truss bridge, which dominates the scene with its industrial design. Beyond the bridge, the track continues into the distance until it meets the horizon, obscured by mist or fog. The sky above is overcast, offering a muted backdrop. The lack of color emphasizes the geometry of the bridge and tracks, while leafless trees line the railway, adding texture and contrast to the scene.
James Welling, Ontario & Western Bridge on Conrail's Ex-Erie Graham Line, Campbell Hall, New York, December 22, 1990, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Artist, 2020.158.16

Ontario & Western Bridge on Conrail's Ex-Erie Graham Line, Campbell Hall, New York

James Welling · December 22, 1990 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.16

The image displays a railway scene with tracks extending into the distance. A row of trees and industrial structures can be seen near the horizon, against a cloudy sky. In the foreground, there is a weathered building, wire fence, power lines, and utility poles. Two trains are visible: one stationary, labeled "Conrail," and another moving on the opposite side. The color scheme is monochromatic with various shades of gray, and the lighting is subdued due to overcast clouds.
James Welling, Danbury, Connecticut, 1990, gelatin silver print, Gift of the Artist and David Zwirner, 2020.158.6

Danbury, Connecticut

James Welling · 1990 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.6

The image shows a side view of a house with a driveway leading towards the back. A white car is parked beside the house. The house has a mix of dark horizontal panels and faux stone pattern on the facade. There are large windows on both levels, some covered with plastic. In the distance, bare trees and low hills are visible. The sky is overcast with a light gray hue. A power line cuts diagonally across the upper left corner. The image is monochrome with different shades of gray.
James Welling, White Camaro, Palmer, Massachusetts, 1993, inkjet print, Gift of the Artist, 2020.158.43

White Camaro, Palmer, Massachusetts

James Welling · 1993 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2020.158.43