Delicate woodwork and faded blue paint tell the story of a time that lingers quietly in the walls. This facade, worn yet dignified, speaks of human hands and vanished hours. Between ornament and decay, a stillness endures — not silence, but a hush, carved gently into the grain. Through the lens of analog film, the photograph becomes a gesture of care, preserving the soul of a place before it slips away
Joseph Durocher is a Montréal-based photographer whose work explores architectural heritage through both analog and digital lenses. His images reveal the quiet beauty of historic buildings — often overlooked, yet rich with memory. With a focus on craftsmanship, time, and cultural responsibility, his photography acts as a visual archive of fading urban stories