A Few More Images Of The Oysterman And Their Catch With The Fujifilm X-T2

Early morning. (click to enlarge)

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This is the third in a short series of posts showing some of the men, work boats and details of a way of life that is fading fast.  In 50 years, I don't think you will see oysters being manually harvested with tongs from deadrise workboats.  The trend is for the government to continue to restrict where and when the oysterman can harvest mature oysters.  I predict that in 50 years or less oysters will be grown only in commercial oyster farms and this way of life will have passed forever.  You can see other images of these men and their work here and here.

Bringing in the oysters. (click to enlarge)

Hard work but a good sense of humor can get you through the day. (click to enlarge)

Jack.  His day is almost done. (click to enlarge)

A portrait of The Alexis Lynn (click to enlarge)

More oysters equals more money.  Hard work pays off.  (click to enlarge)

Oyster tongs. They work like post hole diggers only the men scoop up oysters from the bottom. (click to enlarge)

The owner of this deadrise may be hedging his bet for a safe return! (click to enlarge)

I admire these guys for their work ethic, stamina and willingness to go out in any weather: hot, cold, rainy, snowy, windy, etc.  If they aren't working, they aren't making any money.  They are fun to talk with and get to know as well.  A good bunch.

Thanks for looking. Enjoy! 

Dennis A. Mook 

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