This atmospheric black and white picture shows a detail from inside an abandoned paper factory in the Black Forest. The focus is on an old, heavily corroded pressure gauge with a scale of up to 100 kg/cm². The rough metal structure and the traces of decades of weathering tell a story of the industrial past. Surrounded by thick screws and rusty metal, the measuring device looks like a silent witness to an era in which machine noise and steam determined everyday life here. The dull light and high-contrast processing emphasise the morbid aesthetics of decay. Such shots are not only visually appealing, but also document the end of an industrial era and the silent retreat of technology into insignificance. The paper mill, once a place of progress and economic activity, is now a paradise for fans of urban exploration and lost-place photography. The picture invites us to pause and reflect on the transience of human achievements. The patina of the materials is particularly impressive - every grain, every scratch tells its own story.
Welcome to my world of photography! My name is Marcel Hechler and for many years my faithful companion, my camera, has accompanied me on numerous hikes in the Alps as well as in my explorations of lost places and modern or historic buildings. I am always on the.. Read more…