Clarks Point Light Photo

Photographer’s Note

Once again I will lead with an apology for the lengthy note. It is redacted from the web site.

There is an alternate view in the work shop so you can see the positioning of the light in the fort.

Clark's Point is the southernmost extension of the city of New Bedford. It extends into Buzzards Bay on the west side of the entrance to the Acushnet River and New Bedford Harbor.

The fort began to take shape next to the existing lighthouse that was razed in 1906. The fort was largely complete by 1863, but was considered obsolete after the Civil War. Known as Fort Tabor in honor of the city's mayor, it was officially renamed Fort Rodman in 1898. Most local residents still know it as Fort Taber.

The high walls of the fort blocked the view of the light so in 1869, a rectangular wooden tower was erected on the northerly tower of the fort. The lantern from the old stone tower was relocated and it went into service on June 15, 1869. In its new position, the light was 68 feet above the sea.

In 1898, the establishment of Butler Flats Light offshore rendered Clark's Point Light obsolete. The light on the fort was discontinued in April 1898.

The fort and lighthouse were restored in the early 1970s, only to fall victim to extensive vandalism and theft. The lighthouse gradually became a shabby ruin.

In July 1997, the city of New Bedford unveiled an ambitious plan to create a new public park around the fort. Fort Taber Park includes more than a mile of trails-with 180-degree views of the harbor-for walking and biking, as well as a community center. There is a long-range plan to restore the fort and to establish a military museum within its walls.

Waylim, dareco, JPlumb, Budapestman, zmey, avene, Charo, gunbud, jusninasirun has marked this note useful

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pboehringer (770) 2008-05-19 18:27

Greg,
you don't have to write an excuse for a lengthy note. TE isn't just about posting a shot, but a sinthesis between a title, an image and note and the note has to be a good one. In this case it is absolutely necessary because it gives the explanation to the shot. At first moment I was dissapointed with the post due to the wall in the foreground. After reading the note it makes all sense and makes clear why you included the less than attractive wall so dominant in the foreground.
Peter

Waylim (10741) 2008-05-19 19:02

Simply a beuatiful image of the light house, I enjoyed both original and workshop image. The workshop image certainly give more idea to viewer of what the other side of the light house look like. Great sharpness and clarity. Good composition and the note is absolutely just fine. Those who has no time won't have to read it and it's great for those who rather know more about the image than just photo it self. Thank for taking time.
Way

jurek1951 (25930) 2008-05-19 20:45

Hi Greg,
great photo. Excellent sharpness and lovely light. Nice colors and good perspective.
Georg

JPlumb (3153) 2008-05-20 0:40

Hi Greg, good presentation with the two shots and your notes. It's good to see when a community will come together to retain something such as this. Your initial shot is a good one with very good detail and colour, and the inclusion of the bird gives it some scale.. The inclusion of the workshop gives good closure and is very good support for your notes. All very nicely tied together.

Thanks, John

dareco (17104) 2008-05-20 3:07

Hi Greg! I would have to disagree with Peter, as I LIKE the wall and don't find it 'less than attractive' at all!! Very nice detail! I like this pov very much. The colors on the workshop image are very beautiful as is the lighting. An interesting post and note. Have a good day!

Budapestman (41686) 2008-05-20 3:51

Hi Greg,
Splendid impression for this place with massive architectural details. The composition is spectacular and the colours are very fine, clarity is excellent. Well done! Have a nice day
George

zmey (7244) 2008-05-20 6:11

hello greg

lol. i am with peter that that fort wall in the front is less than attractive, but i'm with him also on the thought that TE post should be a combination of three: the photo, the title and the note. and i see that you've done excellent research about this light. well done, friend!

with warm regards,
kristaps

avene (10944) 2008-05-20 7:11

another fine shot, Greg, and I completely agree with what Peter and Kristaps say about the presentation here on TE having three parts - title, photo and the note, all of them important. here the note is essential in appreciating the photo, while the little things like the bird and "window through the window" provide some interesting elements. I like a lot the tree in the foreground, it's a great natural frame. very well seen and presented, my compliments.

with best regards,
Kristine

angela926 (1882) 2008-05-20 11:37

Hello Greg,
Nice shot, good sharpness and depth of field, lovely colors and light, very informaqtive note.TFS.
Angela

gunbud (27789) 2008-05-21 17:31

Hi Greg,
You have uncovered another fine little gem here. Quite unique lighthouse that stands out nicely against the vivid blue sky that contrast strongly with the lush green shrubs. Excellent note about the long history of this little guy.
Regards, Tom

Charo (31665) 2008-05-22 3:51

Hola Greg,
Buen punto de vista para presentar a este faro.
Excelente profundidad y colores.
Cordialmente
Charo

jusninasirun (10185) 2008-05-29 17:19

Hello Greg. I like the chosen angle capturing the lighthouse here. The inclusion of trees and foliage is brilliant with the light looks stunning above the retaining wall against the beautiful sky. Thanks for sharing and best regards. Jusni