Marcel has always been drawn to the stories American cities told through their architecture, their streets, and the people who walked them. As an photographer, he decided to embark on a ongoing black & white project that captures the soul of downtown America, a place where history and modernity collided. His goal is to answer a pressing question: Did downtown need saving, or has it already died? Not to be judgemental or biast, but pure journalistic.
Once a booming hub of industry, downtown now bore the scars of economic decline. Marcels lens captured the contrast between grand, decaying buildings and the vibrant street art that breathed new life into abandoned walls. he found hope in the small businesses cropping up amidst the ruins, each a testament to the city’s resilience.
Haunting emptiness of forgotten areas, creating a visual dialogue about survival and rebirth.