Old Buildings

I am attracted to old buildings. There is something about them that exudes history. They have so much character, be it the structure itself or the textures. The textures may be original or those that have developed over time with decay. There are characteristics about older buildings that are different than todays structures.  I like this cast iron star which is a  cable anchor which supports the exterior walls. 

Star Anchor

It is kind of sad to see a building in demise. Sometimes I wonder if it could have been reused rather than building a new structure. 

I grew up in Lenoir, NC where furniture was a big industry. Almost everyone that lived there was associated in some way with furniture. I had a few summer jobs working in the factories there. Now when you go to Lenoir, you see a lot of empty factories. Times they are a changing as the song goes. 

Furniture Factory

Sometimes it is nostalgia that attracts me, like this photo of the Center Theater in Lenoir. I can look at it and remember events such as going to see a double feature of Dracula and Frankenstein with my younger brother. Or going to see Dr Zhivago with friends or first dates at the theater.

Center Theater

One day these buildings may no longer be standing and I would like to think that through my photographs I have preserved a memory or a piece of history.