Urban Decay
The locations of Urban Decay I focused on in Erie were primarily centered around the Pine Ave. & Parade St. areas. The images I took range from boarded up houses/old factories to alleys filled with garbage. They were located on E. 18th, 13th, 14th, 17th, 23rd & Parade, German St...When taking pictures at these places, it was sad to see a part of the Erie City in such a state of decay, knowing that these areas were the backyards of some people's homes. I felt a little out of place, and somewhat uneasy when shooting due to the kids outside, and random people walking about. Overall the experience was not what I had imagined. However, I now have a better understanding as to what state some people live in & how some things definitely need to change in this city in order to provide for a better & safer environment for people to reside and grow up in.