These collages by Detroit Urbex blend old and new photos of abandoned locations around the Michigan metropolis with eerie results. The photographers take present day photos and paste old shots of the same location over it to help accentuate the bold transitions that have taken place. This set in particular focuses on an abandoned high school in the Detroit area with a wide array of shots from the gymnasium, auditorium, various classrooms and library that bring the viewer right back to the institutions prime operating years.
The Detroit Urbex website highlights a number of locations in and around Detroit that have fallen victim to severe urban decay where a lack of funding has lead to many structures being deemed unsafe.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Collage Photography
- Opportunity for photographers to blend old and new photos to create captivating and nostalgic visuals.
- Urban Exploration
- Potential for urban explorers to document and showcase abandoned locations around cities.
- Historical Preservation
- Demand for preserving and documenting the history of decaying buildings and structures.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Photography
- Innovation opportunities for photographers to explore new techniques in capturing and presenting images.
- Tourism
- Potential for tourism industry to offer guided tours and experiences centered around urban decay photography.
- Architecture/preservation
- Opportunity for architects and preservationists to study and restore decaying structures.
