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Afton’s Reminder

from $35.00

As you travel the Mother Road, you see more and more of these signs from days gone by, quiet reminders of bypassed towns. This is the derelict sign of the Rest Haven Motel in Afton, Oklahoma.

Even though the electricity is long gone, the sign still has a story to tell. The deep red of the rust has become its own color, replacing the vibrant neon that once glowed. You can still see the ghostly imprints pocked in the metal where the glass tubes were once mounted. It stands as a powerful reminder of Afton's past glory, a poignant monument to decay and the history of a road that has moved on.

A signature piece from the "Ghosts of the Road" chapter of the "Route 66: The Mother Road" collection , this photograph is a moody and somber meditation on time.

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As you travel the Mother Road, you see more and more of these signs from days gone by, quiet reminders of bypassed towns. This is the derelict sign of the Rest Haven Motel in Afton, Oklahoma.

Even though the electricity is long gone, the sign still has a story to tell. The deep red of the rust has become its own color, replacing the vibrant neon that once glowed. You can still see the ghostly imprints pocked in the metal where the glass tubes were once mounted. It stands as a powerful reminder of Afton's past glory, a poignant monument to decay and the history of a road that has moved on.

A signature piece from the "Ghosts of the Road" chapter of the "Route 66: The Mother Road" collection , this photograph is a moody and somber meditation on time.

Print & Medium

This photograph is all about the somber, moody atmosphere and the rich, gritty texture of decay. The bleak, overcast sky, the peeling paint, and the deep colors of the rust are the subjects. A glossy or luster paper would add a reflective sheen that would betray this quiet, melancholic mood.

Therefore, my premium paper choice is the Breathing Color Elegance Velvet Watercolor. This is a museum-grade paper with a subtle, textured velvet finish. It's renowned for its ability to render deep, rich tones with a tangible, fine-art quality, which will make the textures of the rust and weathered metal feel incredibly present and real.

"Afton's Reminder" is available in sizes up to 24x30 inches. Please contact me directly for custom sizes, framing, or other medium requests.

Need a Custom Size or Medium?

I am happy to provide a custom quote if you don't see the perfect option above. I work directly with a professional lab to offer a wide range of sizes, mediums (including gallery-style acrylic), and custom framing. Please use the form below to start a conversation.