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Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, U.S.A |
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Self Study 1, LeClaire Clamming, 2008 One of the more than 150 photos that will chronicle my next book, 'The Commercial Fisheries of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Cover design and photo for, 'The Commercial Fisheries of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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next book, 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape
Cod' is a visual essay on the entire commercial fisheries in the
rural town of Chatham, Massachusetts. The format is a fine art coffee
table book that is both historical and educational. The edition will
include a narrative introduction detailing the history of the towns
commercial fisheries over the past 100 years, as well as 15 chapters that
extensively examine each fishery within the town.
The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham Massachusetts will incorporate more than 150 color and black & white photos taken by the photographer, Christopher D. LeClaire. An expected publication release date is scheduled for 2010. |
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Quahaug study Rake and Hand, 2008. From my next book, 'The Commercial Fisheries of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Lobstering on 'The Wildwood', 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Quahauger Hillary Jr., 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Quahaug Dragers on 'The Avery Maria', 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Quahaug Drager 'The Avery Maria', 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Steamer Diggers Taylor & Erin, 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Quahauger Ralphy, 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Musseling, 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Musseling, 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Quahog Drager Dave, 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Conching on 'The Yellowbird', 2008. From 'The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod'. |
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Book Overview / Individual Chapters of The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham, Massachusetts, Cape Cod |
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Introduction / History Of The Commercial Fisheries Of The Town Of Chatham |
Chapter 1 Manufacturing, Sales & Repair |
Chapter 2 Quahauging |
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Chapter 3 Steamer Digging / Soft Shell Clamming |
Chapter 4 Bull Raking |
Chapter 5 Quahaug Dragging |
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Chapter 6 Musseling |
Chapter 7 Bay & Sea Scalloping |
Chapter 8 Conching |
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Chapter 9 Shell Fish Propagation, Grants & Shell Fish Dept. |
Chapter 10 Lobstering |
Chapter 11 Fish Weirs |
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Chapter 12 Off Shore Fishing ; Tuna, Gill Netting, Jigging, Long Lining, Dog Fish, Stripped Bass, Scup |
Chapter 13 Whole Sale, Retail Fish Markets & Restaurants |
Chapter 14 Prospect & Future For The Commercial Fisheries Of Chatham |
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| LeClaire Portraiture Photography |
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Golden Years, 2008 |
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Summer Reflection, 2008 |
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Father And Son Birdwatchers, 2008 |
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Baker Brothers, South Chatham, Mass., 1996 |
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Kite Surfer, 2008 |
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Man's Best Friend, 2008 |
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Mail Call ! South Chatham Post Office, 1996 |
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Sunday Stroll, 2008 |
| LeClaire Nature Photography |
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Dinner For Two, 2008 |
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Cormorant, 2008 |
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Sugar Maple - Cape Cod Foliage, 2008 |
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Shorebird, 2007 |
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Harbor Seals, 2009 |
| LeClaire Still Lifes |
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Pram, 2007 |
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Seductive Conch, 2007 |
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Vertebra, 2007 |
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A Look Back In Time, 2008 |
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Converse All Stars, 2008 |
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Trap Bouys and Shackle, 2008 |
| LeClaire Landscapes & Ocean Images |
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Sunrise On Monomoy Flats, 2008 |
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Nantucket Sound Sailing, 2008 |
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November Sunrise, 2008 |
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Baker Homestead - South Chatham, 1996 |
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Summer Sailing, 2008 |
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Stage Harbor Lighthouse, 2008 |
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Stage Harbor Lighthouse, 2008 |
| LeClaire Abstract Photography |
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Point Lima - Channel Bouy, 2008 |
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Boat Reflection / Forward Bow, 2008 |
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Sensual Snow and Ice, 2008 |
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Seductive Quahaug, 2008 |
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Lily Pad composition, 2007 |
| LeClaire Rural & Urban Photography |
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Pizza Parlor, 2008 |
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Boston Rush Hour, 2008 |
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City Storefront, 2008 |
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A.M. Boat House, 2008 |
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Mother Earth Homage / MFA Sculpture, Boston, MA, 2005 |
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Boston City AlleyWay, 2008 |
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Village Bistro & Cafe, 1996 |
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Baker's Hardware Interior Image, 2008 |
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Cape Cod Barn, 2008 |
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Cape Foliage, 2008 |
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All images contained within this site may not be reproduced, copied, altered or saved without the express written consent of Christopher D. LeClaire. For reproduction rights, please contact me at eMail leclaire13@comcast.net
All images copyright C 2008 Christopher LeClaire photography.
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| ABOUT |
| Christopher LeClaire served in the U.S. Navy as a
Diver and Gunner's Mate and received an Honorable Discharge, received an
associates degree in technology from Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, an
associates degree in liberal arts from Cape Cod
Community College in Barnstable, and graduated with a BFA cum laude from the
University of Massachusetts in Dartmouth.
Mr. LeClaire lives on Cape Cod and is a published author, visual artist and commercial shell fisherman. His artistic medium includes photography, collage and assemblage. His work has been represented in fine art galleries in Wellfleet, Boston and Delaware.
PHOTO STATEMENT Photography, for me, is both complex and minimal. As both a photographer and abstract artist, my love and fascination with conceptual design and composition are my primary motivations for capturing everyday images on film. Choosing and knowing my subject matter, discovering the right location, timing my shoot in accordance with the weather and time of day, is where it begins. Knowing how I want to capture my subject within its particular environment is next. This primary element is crucial for me. Just like orchestrating a composition within an abstract painting or a modern assemblage, angling my camera and body to compose and capture that one 'key shot' through my viewfinder is essential. This experience, sharpened by my understanding and appreciation for design, color and my knowledge of how to arrange the subjects within the 'field of play' leads me to that one final moment of success on film. My technical education from Wentworth as a mechanical drafting and engineering major, as well as my traditional and formal fine art training from UMass Dartmouth enables me to produce a final product of what I like to call Technical Fine Art Photography. Being able to combine the best of both these worlds places me in a unique category of fine art photographers. |
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Christopher LeClaire with the late Robert Rauschenberg, The Greatest Abstract Expressionist to walk this earth !
This photograph was taken of myself and Robert Rauschenberg at the Eckert Fine Art Gallery in Olde Naples, Florida in 1998. Rauschenberg has been the biggest inspiration and mentor to me within the arts. Millions of others throughout the world agree that is was Rauschenberg who took modern art, design and the application of photography within modern art to heights most can only dream of, never mind create...
R o b e r t R a u s c h e n b e r g
A True Legend Ground Breaker & Master Of Modern Art
He will be sadly missed... |
| NEWS & INFORMATION |
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Listening Below The Noise: A Meditation On The Practice Of Silence By Anne D. LeClaire
Photography By Christopher D. LeClaire |
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Cover |
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HarperCollins Publishers
February 2009 release date Spirituality/ Memoir ISBN 978-0-06-13-5335-2 $19.95 304 pages; 5 x 7 1/4; 18 black & white photographs |
| L I N K S |
| CHRISTOPHER D. LeCLAIRE , full
photography portfolio.
To view complete sets and collections of LeClaire's photography log on here... |
www.flickr.com/photos/christopherleclaire
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ANNE LeCLAIRE, is the author of eight novels, including the critically acclaimed Leaving Eden and Entering Normal. Her books have been published in twenty countries and translated into eighteen languages. She is a former reporter, radio news broadcaster and newspaper columnist whose work has appeared in such publications as Redbook, the Boston Sunday Globe, and the New York Times. She lives on Cape Cod with her husband Hillary, a black cat, and fifteen chickens. For details visit Anne's website at...
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CHRISTOPHER LeCLAIRE, is also the author of Worlds To Conquer : An Authorized Biography of Steve Reeves, 1999 Monomoy Press, ISBN 0-9676754-1-3. For details visit Chris's author website at... |
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EDUCATION
The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Dartmouth, MA BFA cum laude, 1997
Cape Cod Community College, Barnstable, MA AA, 1995
Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston, MA AT, 1994
Chatham High School, Chatham, MA, 1989
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Dartmouth commencement, 1997.
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| MILITARY
U.S. NAVY 1989-1991 Navy Diver, DV-5345 Gunner's Mate - GMG National Defense Service Medal Honorable Discharge
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| GMG (DV) LeClaire, C.D. 1991 U.S. Navy Photo. Courtesy NDSTC / USN | The Naval Diving & Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), Panama City, FL. Graduation Day! October 26, 1990 - Graduating class no. SC110. LeClaire on far right. U.S. Navy Photo. Courtesy NDSTC / USN |
| EMPLOYMENT
Fine Art Photographer, Chatham, MA Author, Chatham, MA Commercial Shell Fisherman, Chatham, MA
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| Commercial shell fishing on Monomoy Island, Chatham, MA. LeClaire standing beside F/V Leviathan. |
| PUBLICATIONS
WORLDS TO CONQUER: An Authorized Biography of Steve Reeves Monomoy Press, 1999 ISBN no. 0-967675-1-3 By Christopher D. LeClaire
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| Worlds To Conquer - front & back cover. |
| MEMBERSHIPS, SOCIETIES
and ORGANIZATIONS
American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME National Rifle Association, NRA - Life Member Chatham Republican Town Committee Supporter, CRTCS |
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Christopher D. LeClaire P.O. Box 116 South Chatham, MA 02659 U.S.A. eMail: leclaire13@comcast.net
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