Pemaquid Point lighthouse II Photo

Photographer’s Note

A back-light view of Pemaquid Point lighthouse as part of a small series on New England's lighthouses.

The light at Pemaquid was originally built during the presidency of John Quicy Adams, in 1827, at a cost of $2,800. Faulty construction was blamed for the quick deterioration of the tower, which was rebuilt with double walls in 1835. The tower is only 38 ft tall, but it's placement on a rock ledge gives the light a 79 ft. focal plane. Flashing a white light every 6 seconds, Pemaquid's fourth-order fresnel is visible for 14 miles.

Over the years, many ships have been impaled on the rocks of Pemaquid's point. There is one especially poignant story of a man who sailed for the new world in 1635 on the Angel Gabriel, leaving his wife behind to follow him when he had established a new home. The Angel Gabriel was smashed to pieces during an August storm. Although the man survived, his wife was afraid to follow him on such a perilous journey, and he was unable to face the journey back to England, so they never saw each other again.

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kozerog (1194) 2009-01-14 10:56

Great shot, Paul. I like composition very much and this back-light. I can feel peace and quiet also.

fulvio52 (8314) 2009-01-14 13:13

Hi, Paul.
Poignant view and striking backlight management. I love lighthouses, they make great compositions and are drenched in history. I reckon this is one of the best I've seen for quite a time, technically speaking as well as in terms of atmosphere. There's something mysterious about it, something I can't quite pinpoint, that makes it special to my eyes... Great complementary note too, TFS! Have a nice evening, I'll be seeing you.
Fulvio.

jhm (83298) 2009-01-15 4:53

Hello Paul,

A very old lighthouse, very well maintain.
We get a nice trip story of this splendid country.
Perhaps a little bit dark, but the decoration of the white building interesting and spectacular.
Soft and very fine for look at, splendid composition too.
Thanks for your note. TFS.
Very well done.

Have a nice day,
John.

chanjits (4409) 2009-01-15 16:35

well composed shot marvelous scene I liked the pattren of clouds.

Budapestman (42780) 2009-01-16 2:01

Hi Paul,
Beautiful shot. A harmony and calmness stream from the photo. The special lights provide wonderful mood to this romantic place. The composition spectacular and balanced. Congratulations. Have a nice day!
George

bukitgolfb301 (4957) 2009-01-16 21:09

Hello Paul

Perfect framework as usual.
not so tight with each edge and there are enough allowance. I would like to see in B&W version too.
Best regards

Takero

fanni (8873) 2009-01-18 14:13

Hello Paul,
I like this lighthouse! It looks great against the cloudy sky which is not fully covered with clouds yet, and we can see a bit of blue. I like the effect this produces, adding dynamism to the scene.
Very good composition! and I like the way you managed the lighting. Actually, the colour gamma of this photo - grey-steel-blue-white - is wonderful. Very beautiful!
Best regards,
Elena

npecanhuk (14652) 2009-01-18 14:16

Hello Paulo!
The picture pleases me a lot because it's truly beautiful!
Excellent management of light and sharpness!
Well chosen pov and superb composition!
The architecture of the buildings are simple but very nice! The sky helps a lot to enhance the beauty of the whole image too!
TFS - Cogratulations!
Warmest regards,
Neyvan

gunbud (28153) 2009-01-18 20:57

Hi Paul,
Lovely view of Pemaquid in this special light.
The old house stands out nicely against the silver blue sky.
Very nice play from the foreground shadows.
Regards, Tom

darek1978 (11491) 2009-07-15 9:48

Hi Paul,
I like lighthouses a lot I must admit. This lighthouse is absoutely wonderful. The lighting and colours are outstanding with nice sharpness and detail. I'm very impressed.
Best regards,
Darek