Throughout history, man, in his innate determination, has attempted to build
structures that will forever stand the test of time. But invariably, what the
hands of man construct, the forces of nature will slowly yet relentlessly
dismantle. However, in between these two conditions lies the fading imprint
of those who built their lives and livelihoods there.

Using a vintage 4 x 5 view camera, photographer Jim Westphalen captures these fleeting moments with remarkable clarity. Westphalen invites you to step into the fading stories of the past, while considering all that remains.