Of all the thousands of videos I've seen, you're the first photographer who talks about lighting. I've been a professional photographer, since 1975. Everything shot on film. Lighting is so important. Some videos I see, are shot directly into the sun. The trains come out underexposed with flair galore. You know the rest. Polarizing filters also help, at times. Your shots came out fantastic. I like the one with the deer. The deer added some excitement. Great!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Walter, there seem to be very few videographers that understand the concept of lighting, and I get a chance to meet plenty of photographers, who understand it but on the video side nobody seems to get it lol, hence why I talk about it! Glad you appreciate the effort!! All of these things play into my location decision-making on a chase!!
@trashrabbit693 жыл бұрын
Good to see the 8101 leading, that K5HLA is still beautiful as ever!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Yes and cleannnnnn!!!
@kens.37293 жыл бұрын
You’re the “Official Chase Man”. NO ONE comes even remotely close to you. You WIN. 😬👍
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Hecc yeah Ken, thanks for the awesome new title!!
@fostrailphotos3 жыл бұрын
I almost did that with the reading lines and southern in the contest
@fostrailphotos3 жыл бұрын
At the same time
@leadhelmet13143 жыл бұрын
What about Distant Signal
@vuurvrproductions4656 Жыл бұрын
@@leadhelmet1314 we dont talk about that..
@christianchaplain13053 жыл бұрын
Great “catch” again Railfan Rowan! I especially liked the part near the end of this video with the deer crossing the track. God bless you friend. ☝🏼
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks as always brother!!
@bhurley52433 жыл бұрын
I enjoy seeing the Heritage trains. Keep up the good work.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you B Hurley!!
@garymoore72013 жыл бұрын
Awesome scenes Rowan, just perfect!! Yes that ole Southern bridge has character.. but it’s not the only thing!!! Take care & Keep Smiling 😉
@roberthuron91603 жыл бұрын
Man,you have an 👁eye,for lighting,background,and a little added drama! Beautiful work,and knowing your territory! One frame grab,gives you an album cover(coming off that S curve),straight up head shot! NEAT,AND SO WELL DONE! The only thing missing,is the rear shot !! Rowan,thank you,for that thoughtful video and the great deal of pride in your workmanship! What a crew,you've got,for backup,to use the down Maine description,"FINESTKIND",as I don't know what a Virginan would put it! Thank you again! As always,you are awesome 👌👏😎😀🙌😄👌👏😎!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks as always for the kind words Robert!!
@multicolorfilms3 жыл бұрын
Another fantastic production!
@hunter04912 жыл бұрын
Nice catch of 8101 and K5HLA Rowan! And his sister NS 8105 has a Hybrid K5HLA too!!
@jamesbrooker77483 жыл бұрын
I love seeing the heritage units. Catching them multiple times on the same run is a bonus. As always - great video and thanks for always keeping me interested. Chase ON.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks as always James!!!
@ARP_GA3 жыл бұрын
Great Video Rowan! I saw my first Heritage Unit not long ago in Buford, GA. It was the Central Line of NJ but I hope to see the COG soon! Thanks for being such an awesome guy and Happy Foaming!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome fluffy, thanks for being a loyal subscriber!!
@ARP_GA3 жыл бұрын
@@RailfanRowan Thanks Rowan! I wish I found you earlier than I did and I love your video when you got in the cab of 611. That was cool! Also today I saw the Central Line of NJ again and the Executive train!
@cameronreason3 жыл бұрын
Rowan,you take amazing footage.. the pan shot was sick! And of course the finale as the the sun and dark clouds meet was a beautiful site.. Thanks for sharing!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks as always Cameron! I was very pleased with how this came out, you're welcome for sharing, to God be the Glory!
@thomasmackowiak3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for documenting the Norfolk Southern Central of Georgia Heritage Unit in this video. You obtained some really great shots of this unit. The 8101 is a beautiful unit. I cannot remember if I have seen a video of this unit in the lead on a train before. Thank you for sharing this video with us!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
It was definitely the first time leading for me, thanks for always tuning in!!
@WayneKline3 жыл бұрын
Another great video and chase action Rowan. You nailed it well and truly with the S Curve location. Well done 👍
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Wayne!!
@michael74233 жыл бұрын
Other than the green Southern heritage unit this is my second favorite of all the Norfolk Southern Heritage units! Thanks again for sharing Rowan!!!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching Michael!!
@Phantom-Signal3 жыл бұрын
Man you got some great sunlight in these videos, keep up the great work. Cheers from Ontario 🇨🇦
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, and will do! Greetings from Virginia, USA
@NorthCountryTrains3 жыл бұрын
It’s been a while since we got a good old Rowan-style chase... and he doesn’t disappoint!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
I hope to never!!
@TrainTrackTrav3 жыл бұрын
Great chase Brother Rowan! The lighting got better and better as the video went on. Blessings from SoCal!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, blessings to you as well!
@RailStalkerAdventures3 жыл бұрын
Hey Rowan, I caught #8101 while I was at the NS Railyard and saw her shoving some cars around a year or two ago and that was a neat sight to see in my opinion. Awesome video and God Bless you and your family, brother.
@cathyoldham75963 жыл бұрын
What a fun video! Great catches, great shots, and great job as always!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Cathy!!
@Ozarkrailfanprod80982 жыл бұрын
Nice catch Bro! I saw my first HU Sunday! It was 1069 leading a BNSF Z train
@northernohiorailfanningpro88993 жыл бұрын
Great chase man! 8101 is one of my favorite HUs. Keep up the great work!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
I think it's one of my new favorites too!!!
@theelginrailfan94893 жыл бұрын
That an awesome unit!
@dragonite00673 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful unit always been one of my favorites
@sgrehner3 жыл бұрын
Wow man another one very awesome love the 8101 I caught Norfolk southern 4000 after a long time of finding it!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve!!
@chesterraybon34423 жыл бұрын
Love those wings on the front and back. Always a pretty set of engines to shoot. Love that old bridge also. Have driven under it 100's of times. Great video and great locations. Take care. 😎👍👌
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chester, will do buddy!!
@SEWisconsinRailfan2 жыл бұрын
Gotta say this is my favorite heritage unit, great video!
@RailfanRowan2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@j.m.youngquist4192 жыл бұрын
The Wings on the front look awesome, fantastic job !
@NS8098Railfan3 жыл бұрын
Saw that heritage unit leading 16T on Wednesday!
@MarkTheLostTraveler3 жыл бұрын
That final shot was awesome!!!!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Was certainly beautiful!!
@jerrywhitrock18853 жыл бұрын
The mighty hunter stalking his prey. Very nice Rowan.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jerry!!!!
@ryantheredrailfan25352 жыл бұрын
I just subbed to your channel! Awesome videos! Awesome catches! I love that you say keep foaming!
@jeffstonge30563 жыл бұрын
Fantastic shots… light could NOT have been better. From FXBG…. Keep up the great work!!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jeff, maybe I'll run into you one day!
@trapdriver70063 жыл бұрын
Excellent video I enjoyed watching it.👍😁😁😁😁😁😁🚂🇬🇧
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank ya!
@PennsylvaniaRailProductions3 жыл бұрын
Great episode Rowan! Enjoyed the chase and wonderful video as always!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, loyal viewer!!
@philknerr45873 жыл бұрын
Loved your chase as usual. The final shot nothing but gold
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Phil, I knew it would be!! To God be the Glory for.the beauty!
@2bigrailfans7243 жыл бұрын
Awesome chase and great catch! 20/20 on the HUs! Well done young man.
@theoriginalrailfan203 Жыл бұрын
That’s a great catch my brotha I caught central of Georgia and the Norfolk southern heritage unit up in cresson with UP power
@haganhale30643 жыл бұрын
Im proud to be A Georgian that's for sure. Such a clean horn.
@rouell56303 жыл бұрын
That final shot was the best place to see that unit passed, Great video.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Great finale huh!?
@1949rgs3 жыл бұрын
Great "golden hour" shots!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob, they're my favorites!
@fostoriadistrictrailfan39073 жыл бұрын
Just another amazing video!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Fostoria!!!
@rhythmrailroad11013 жыл бұрын
Outstanding work sir! I enjoy your videos very much. You make it very exciting and interesting to watch from scene to scene! Excellent. NOW GO GET GAS DUDE!!!!! 😂
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rhythm, stick with me and we'll have a lot of fun!! Thanks for the viewership!
@daveb79503 жыл бұрын
Hi Rowan, my wife and I really enjoyed the video on the Georgia heritage unit. What a beautiful locomotive. You do an awesome job. Thanks.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
So glad I could help out with bonding time!! Lol, thanks for viewing!!
@jameschisholm52883 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you posting Rowan. As an activist via VHSR and VRPI I'd love to see passenger rail along the B line. Those small towns on that line and the many others in the Shenandoah Valley should get weekend tourists perhaps via some version of VRE weekend service some day. I'm sure the hotels and restaurants would appreciate the business!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
That would be great in theory, unfortunately I don't think the profits would justify the cost sadly.... They won't even bring VRE to Haymarket!! :(
@jameschisholm52883 жыл бұрын
@@RailfanRowan I am hopeful. Much has happened in Virginia in the last 20 years
@jakelee53612 жыл бұрын
Saw this today At Shenandoah Junction Leading 12Z! Has a beautiful Hybrid K5HLA horn! I’m a CSX guy, Love me some CSX, but I’ve always Loved NS. Love your channel!
@RailfanRowan2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jake, I appreciate having you. I actually almost had to work the setoff for that 12Z. Unfortunately we left 2 hours.before arrival
@jakelee53612 жыл бұрын
@@RailfanRowan man that sucks. Oh well there’s Always more opportunities!
@AmtrakTBL3 жыл бұрын
Lmao the gas tank on empty part was pretty funny. Nice chase Rowan.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Dude, it happens all. the. time. But to this day I have never run out of gas
@artillerest43rdva72 жыл бұрын
Wow love that Southern RR bridge, here there are some NY Central art deco concrete bridges near the route 198. they have steel deck bridge with concrete on either side of the bridge. it makes it look better then a plane steel deck bridge. back in the day when it was not just about functional, but make it look appealing to the public. thanks for the great videos. some day I will have to get some equipment and go out chasing trains.
@RailfanRowan2 жыл бұрын
That's awesome!!
@rogergusty17223 жыл бұрын
Watching your video was better than watching Saturday night viewing on UK television!!!
@sirloinofbeef38623 жыл бұрын
Time team?
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!!
@Enjoyer.7623 жыл бұрын
The UK is a technocratic and Neo Feudalist dystopia. The US is almost there as well. Right after the globalist billionaires and ruling class kills off freedom of speech entirely.
@theelginrailfan94893 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@donaldfaris47983 жыл бұрын
What my Friday needed a Rowan train chase!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Hecc yeah man, glad I could deliver that for ya!!
@aidenwhite28383 жыл бұрын
I caught the Central of Georgia HU in River Rouge, Michigan which was very cool
@iatif19952 жыл бұрын
8101 has the best K5HLA on NS Ever!!!! Awesome!
@Arg3125 ай бұрын
Yessir..
@afterburnerjoslyn64593 жыл бұрын
Great shots, shared it on F.B. NS picture & Video group
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you soooo much for the share!!!
@jeffbrewer95153 жыл бұрын
Gas tank running empty, made me laugh, great video. Jeff (Somerset UK)
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Happens a little too often!! Thanks for watching!! :)
@dallasguy33063 жыл бұрын
Golden-hour photography is the best. Evening sun rules. Sunlight AND dark clouds? A surefire winner.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah man for sure, the Lord blessed me with a pretty view that day, TO HIM BE THE GLORY FOR ALL CREATION AMEN!
@railfancannon93213 жыл бұрын
Awesome catches Rowan that engine does look clean keep up the good work my friend
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Cannon, you're loyal
@railfancannon93213 жыл бұрын
@@RailfanRowan yes I always am and I’m glad to be your friend
@TrainsOhio3 жыл бұрын
Awesome footage! Glad you got it!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
It was def a blessing to get it!
@tomhorst1427 Жыл бұрын
Love this video! Could you get a shot of the Rockville bridge in Harrisburg?
@lnrailroad32153 жыл бұрын
Another excellent job Rowan. Your editing is primo! Would like to see you feature some coal trains soon!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Stay tuned!!! Got a coal train coming your way!!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you as always!!
@lynndenison86023 жыл бұрын
Yeah they are good shots of the train I love trains I just hate living by the track I can just look out from my bedroom and balcony or just few steps out of my apt building and I walk or drive over the track I can hear the train thought the night all year long
@lynndenison86023 жыл бұрын
Oh am from Michigan up in the thumb of Huron County city of Bad Axe
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Wow that's pretty far from me!
@kimberlyatwood51543 жыл бұрын
Luv the curve shots - so cool!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kimberly!!
@nsvirginiafankelly95263 жыл бұрын
Nice job!! Hard to catch em that clean and leading. Cool!!
@JP-wv8tc3 жыл бұрын
Nice Work Railfan Rowan! From Jeff Cincinnati
@SOU69003 жыл бұрын
😆 NYC heritage unit just rolled through Goldsboro probably 30 minutes ago with NS 1800 in the consist with 4 other units.
@adventurerian58723 жыл бұрын
Man what a beautiful unit! I missed him on 179 recently never even seen this unit! Great video look forward to the next one!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ian, the next one's going to be great!! ;)
@adventurerian58723 жыл бұрын
No problem, and I’m sure it will. Have a good day
@BonaireRailfan3 жыл бұрын
Great video and keep up this great work, 214 is Jacksonville Florida to Rutherford, Pennsylvania
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Yep, I was at Rutherford this week
@railfanbobby59053 жыл бұрын
Thats my favorite heritage unit
@sebastienearly5369 Жыл бұрын
Watching your videos causes me to recall the excitement of train chasing on Vancouver Island back in 1971! Do you also work for NS as you know many of the crew members... Fantastic videos! ...Mike
@RailfanRowan Жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm a CO in Shenandoah
@irish000113 жыл бұрын
Rowan: At my age, I would find it a little stressful, for attempting to do what you do regularly. I understand age shouldn't become an issue, but in the human life cycle, it just does. So, I watch other video contributors on youtube as well. Pennsylvania's 'Trains 21' with A.C., is a fantastic contributor, and he is not a spring chicken either. And then there Central Florida's Danny Harmon with 'Distant Signal', who has gray hair and a few face wrinkles. There are quite a few more, but they're in their prime. You have a great hobby, and you work diligently at it.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
I'm very familiar with both of those channels, they put out great content!!
@RFMCabooseNP17133 жыл бұрын
Super great shots.
@charleskesner13023 жыл бұрын
I remember in the 60's seeing a Central of Georgia box car on a Western Maryland freight. It had a unique and modern design for the time. It was painted dark grey and light grey. Quie unique.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Interesting, I can't see that I've ever seen freight cars still in service with their markings actually, I've seen many others but not those
@elifalls3563 жыл бұрын
This Unit has not come to KC for months like 4, its crazy that he is like ignoring the Missouri and Kansas area ;/. This video was a great and very clean and awesome K5HL, he is a beauty to lead though!
@TrainsPlanesAutomobiles3 жыл бұрын
Nice video, some really good catches. Keep chasing the trains, but put some fuel in the truck next time ha ha. 🇬🇧🇬🇧😀😃 UK railfan
@jonathanrinda71713 жыл бұрын
Very nice views of the special NS train from Central GA.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jonathan, TGBTG
@RailfanBrettRailfanning3 жыл бұрын
Nice video stay safe god bless and happy Foaming
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brett, stay safe God bless Happy Foaming!!
@TimWhiteRailProductions3 жыл бұрын
Great Catch Rowan!
@stevebarbier56023 жыл бұрын
Another good video, thank you Rowan.........................
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome thank you!!
@johnwatson88203 жыл бұрын
great catch as usual,greetings from suffolk uk avid ns fan and modeller,5* !!
@Kingg._Xavier3 жыл бұрын
It's have a really nice horn
@dennisnicholson9522 жыл бұрын
As someone with a lifelong interest in still photography, I understand the importance of lighting in every image. Yet I would guess that how you use light may be different, in some cases, than how I would do so. Question: have you ever done any cinematography on the Port Branch, as it is called? It's the line that runs down the Susquehanna River from Harrisburg, PA. to a small Maryland town called Perryville where a wye track connects it to what is today Amtrak's Northeast Corridor. I grew up on this line and recall seeing as a boy EMD F7s, GP9s and, because the line was electrified at that time, Pennsylvania Railroad's ubiquitous GG1 electric locomotives.
@OwensRailPro393 жыл бұрын
That's my second favorite heritage unit my first is Pennsylvania. I have 3 more to see 1065,1073, and 1074
@Enjoyer.7623 жыл бұрын
34,700 total KZbin competitive railfanning points awarded 👍Key bonus captures: 8,800 for the HU unit. 3,000 for over the bridge shot. 3,000 for the chase.
@trainsandmore6123 жыл бұрын
Wow nice catch Rowan!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@bryanlloyd10993 жыл бұрын
Another great video!!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bryan, TGBTG
@bryanlloyd10993 жыл бұрын
@@RailfanRowan you are welcome my friend!!
@kodarailfaner34153 жыл бұрын
Hey rowen I seen 4001 in Stanley a last week it was so cool
@RailfanRowan2 жыл бұрын
Hey nice profile photo!!!!! I just found this comment!!
@michaelwells36803 жыл бұрын
need to carry a 5 gal fuel can. Great catch love that unit
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Lol yes!!
@davevan88643 жыл бұрын
Thanks......
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Dave!!
@NSandBNSFrailfanProductions3 жыл бұрын
Nice video Rowan!!!! I got that one a couple of times before
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@NSandBNSFrailfanProductions3 жыл бұрын
No problem
@BranchlineGeepProductions3 жыл бұрын
Stunning lighting.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@DistantHorn3 жыл бұрын
Very awesome catch bro!!
@Yourboydom113 жыл бұрын
I’m excited let’s see this video!
@KDubielak3 жыл бұрын
Guess what we saw an norfolk southern manfast train in Illinois on our way to Wisconsin for a few days and we are going back to Alabama tomorrow make sure to pray for us
@LetsGoRailfanning3 жыл бұрын
Congrats on filming all the HUs! But watch out for that gas needle! LGR Boy says you need some motion lotion.
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha you tell him I'm getting more!!
@brassmonkeyheheha2 жыл бұрын
unfortunately, 214 is jacksonville -> atlanta now, and 213 got abolished
@j.m.youngquist4192 жыл бұрын
Nice looking Locomotive
@AMPProductionsVideo3 жыл бұрын
Nice Catches
@FrankLaminger-mr8bh3 ай бұрын
Love rallfan Rowan
@nathanstrains43653 жыл бұрын
Awesome Rowan!
@RailfanRowan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nathan!!
@ethanserrano16403 жыл бұрын
i love the heritage unit videos a wounld like to have more to see but i know this is your last time. thanks