American Artifacts explores the visual legacy and enduring physical traces of human activity across the United States. Matt Black’s photographs capture the textures and forms of objects and sites that embody cultural and historical narratives embedded in the American landscape.

The imagery is marked by a stark, thoughtful composition that emphasizes materiality and decay, inviting reflection on the passage of time and the stories these artifacts carry. This approach reveals the intersection of history, memory, and place with an understated yet powerful clarity.

Published by Thames & Hudson in 2024, American Artifacts spans 172 pages and presents a cohesive visual study that contributes to contemporary dialogues on heritage and identity.