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Liminal spaces are the subject of an Internet aesthetic portraying empty or abandoned places that appear eerie, forlorn, and often surreal. Liminal spaces are commonly places of transition (pertaining to the concept of liminality) or of nostalgic appeal.
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Is that even a thing? Would all "empty" landscapes this apply?
I'd argue they can be if they seem a bit more surreal or dream-like, one of the more popular liminal space images that I know of is a landscape but I also understand the argument against it.
See, I'd argue that it requires a human element that is empty. The image you just replied with is perfect :)
That's entirely fair! The stop sign and street definitely adds to the liminality in that one.