Empty Premises #05
Empty shops are a common sight on UK High Streets, but many vacancies are relatively short lived - the shops are soon in use again although in these difficult times, the new business might be short lived.
This collection portrays retail outlets that have been empty on a long-term basis. In some instances for many years. At some time, all these shops have housed thriving businesses. Yet now, for some reason, they are empty and in some instances falling into a state of disrepair and dilapidation.
Each shop has its own story to tell. Some are completely empty, others seem to have stopped trading suddenly and appear like the Marie-Celeste, still with stock in the windows. In many cases, we can tell easily from the faded signage what business was last operated from the shop. Others are a complete mystery with faded blinds or shutters and all signs removed.
Empty Premises #05
Empty shops are a common sight on UK High Streets, but many vacancies are relatively short lived - the shops are soon in use again although in these difficult times, the new business might be short lived.
This collection portrays retail outlets that have been empty on a long-term basis. In some instances for many years. At some time, all these shops have housed thriving businesses. Yet now, for some reason, they are empty and in some instances falling into a state of disrepair and dilapidation.
Each shop has its own story to tell. Some are completely empty, others seem to have stopped trading suddenly and appear like the Marie-Celeste, still with stock in the windows. In many cases, we can tell easily from the faded signage what business was last operated from the shop. Others are a complete mystery with faded blinds or shutters and all signs removed.