Todd Helms

About the Author

Todd Helms is a passionate historian and photographer whose work captures the nostalgic essence of America's mid-20th-century roadside culture. With a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for forgotten landmarks, Helms has dedicated his career to preserving the visual stories of vintage gas stations, diners, and motels that dotted the nation's highways. His debut book, Roadside Memories: A Collection of Vintage Gas Station Photographs (Schiffer Book for Collectors & Historians), showcases over 200 meticulously curated images that evoke the golden age of automobile travel, blending historical context with artistic composition. A native of the Midwest, Helms draws inspiration from his own road trips, transforming personal wanderlust into a shared cultural archive that appeals to collectors, historians, and photography enthusiasts alike. Through his lens, the ordinary becomes extraordinary, reminding readers of the enduring allure of the open road.