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Abandonend petrol station along Route two through Nebraska, United States of America, North America
Filename: 816-4932.jpg
Size: 5150 x 3427 (7.7MB)
Date: 6th August 2011
Source: WorldInPrint
Credit: Michael Runkel/Robert Harding
Source: www.robertharding.com
Country: United States of America
© Michael Runkel
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Abandonend petrol station along Route two through Nebraska, United States of America, North America
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Media ID 9084579
© Michael Runkel
Abandoned Absence American Culture Decline Empty Isolated Nebraska Obsolete Petrol Station Sparse Street Light
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Michael Runkel/Robert Harding captures the essence of abandonment along Route two through Nebraska, United States of America. The isolated and empty petrol station stands as a solemn reminder of a once bustling transportation hub now rendered obsolete. As daylight illuminates the scene, a single street light casts an eerie glow on the desolate surroundings. The absence of any signs of life emphasizes the decline in this area's transport industry, leaving behind only remnants of what used to be. The photograph's horizontal composition perfectly frames the decaying structure against a clear sky, highlighting its stark contrast with American culture and travel destinations typically associated with vibrancy and activity. In this sparse landscape, where built structures are few and far between, this abandoned petrol station becomes an intriguing subject for photography enthusiasts seeking to capture moments that tell stories beyond words. With no people present in the frame, viewers are left to ponder their own interpretations of this forgotten place. Through his lens, Runkel/Robert Harding invites us to reflect on how time can transform even essential aspects like transportation into relics from another era. This thought-provoking image serves as a testament to both human progress and its inevitable consequences – reminding us that change is constant while preserving fragments from our past remains crucial for understanding our collective history.
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