Forest Motel in Amarillo, Texas

by John Margolies

Dive into the nostalgia of mid-century Americana with this evocative photograph of the Forest Motel in Amarillo, Texas, shot by the well-known roadside photographer and architectural critic, John Margolies. Celebrated for his enduring fascination with vanishing roadside architecture, Margolies features in this photograph the characteristic yellow stucco building, modest motor court cabins, and retro signs that were an integral part of mid-century road trips through America.

Depicted against the backdrop of his typical bright blue skies, this picture transforms roadside motels into pop art classics.