Over time, I’ve built a number of independent publishing platforms — each driven by a specific interest, but all grounded in the same principle: find a subject, understand it, and create something that serves an audience consistently over time.
These sites reflect long-term projects rather than one-off efforts, platforms developed, maintained, and expanded.
Railfanning.org
Launched in 2002, Railfanning.org began as a personal project focused on railroad photography and quickly evolved into a broader exploration of railroad history, operations, and culture.
What started as a repository for images and observations grew into a recognized resource, featuring historical research, industry context, and ongoing coverage of rail-related topics. The site reflects a long-standing interest in how infrastructure shapes communities and connects places.
Sightseers’ Delight
Sightseers’ Delight was launched in 2016 as a way to explore places through their stories.
Modeled loosely on traditional trolley tours, the site focuses on destinations where history — large and small — has shaped what exists today. It highlights locations that are often overlooked, combining travel writing with historical context to provide a different perspective on familiar and unfamiliar places alike.
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A Note on These Projects
Neither of these platforms was built with a fixed endpoint in mind. Instead, they represent an ongoing process: publishing, refining, expanding, and learning over time.
They also reflect a broader throughline across my work: building something independently, sustaining it, and allowing it to evolve.