The Telegraph Photo

Photographer’s Note

The fishing smack "Telegraph" with Maldon Hythe in the background.

The Telegraph is a very handsome vessel and her pedigree shows through in her elegant lines. She was built in Boston (Lincolnshire UK)in 1906 as part of William Stringer’s fishing fleet and used for spratting and prawning for many years. She was reputed to have quite a turn of speed as she, and her sister vessel, the “Majestic”, were noted Boston regatta winners for several years. She has had two major rebuilds in 1946 and again in 1979. Her present owner, a local Maldon shipwright, originally purchased her in 1979 for £1 and promptly gave her a major restoration. However, he sold her in 1986 only to re-purchase her in 1995. Her fishing days ended in 1969.

Thank you for your interest.

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npecanhuk (13655) 2009-01-26 10:35 [Comment]

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gracious (20017) 2009-01-26 10:48

Hello Roger,
So beautiful with the golden light across the coast with a great pov!
good fg perspective of the Telegraph in awesome colouration and details
many thanks for the sharing
cheers
Tony

trewheeler (1699) 2009-01-26 11:10

This is a lovely comp Roger and really captures the light for this time of year in the UK. The wispy sky is superb. Personally, I think the saturation is a tad high and this is evident in the reds of the vessel and the church roof as they are practically bursting. Nonetheless, a super photo. If you get a chance, check out some of my Essex pics. Regards, TW

Urs (2740) 2009-08-05 1:11

Hi Roger

A very nice shot with an excellent light and color management, congrats. Also your note is well written and informative. The red hues of the sunset are beautiful as is their reflection. Great sharpness and DOF. Well done

Best regards
Urs