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Fishermen and Small Craft
A fishing boat near the shore of Maio. This photo is believed to be taken from somewhere near Calheta.
Sunset on the Water
Boaters off shore from Maio are silhouetted against a sunset by Vila do Maio.
Waterfront Activity at Vila do Maio
This photograph of the shoreline at Vila do Maio shows a variety of waterfront activity. In the foreground small fishing vessels are stored on the beach while larger ships can be seen just off the shore of the island. To the far right some people…
Beach at Vila do Maio with Boats (2 of 2)
Small fishing vessels are beached nearby Vila do Maio.
Beach at Vila do Maio with Boats (1 of 2)
Small fishing vessels are beached nearby Vila do Maio.
Docks at Port of Sal Rei
A view from the Port of Sal Rei. In the foreground two boys look out onto the Atlantic Ocean which is dotted with small fishing vessels. On the horizon a larger commercial ship can be seen.
Dock with Unidentified People
This picture was taken along the coast of Sal Rei looking towards a dock filled with a small crowd of people. It is possible that the boat on the opposite side of the dock has returned from a fishing venture and people have gathered to help unload…
Man on Brava Coast
A man, perhaps a fisherman, on the rocky and step coast of Brava. Photographed during a journey by small boat from Faj
Fajã d'Água Shore
Fajã d'Água photographed from the shoreline shows the green landscape, terraced farming and close proximity of the houses to the water. Because the village lies at the foot of a steep mountain, it is sheltered from the fierce winds that are…
Porto de Vale de Cavaleiros
Photograph taken from the sea protection wall at Porto de Vale de Cavaleiros on Fogo. The port, approximately 4 km north of São Felipe, is also a popular place for swimming because the harbor provides some protection from the sea.
Gutting a Shark
A young man on a Fogo beach, near São Felipe, guts a shark that has just been caught by local fishermen. The black sand beaches of Fogo are surrounded by ominous cliffs that have been carved over thousands of years by Atlantic breakers.
Young Man with Shark
A young man guts a shark that has been caught and brought back to shore. This beach is located near São Felipe on Fogo.
Young Man with Catch
A young man on the shore of Fogo holds a fresh catch over his head. It appears that he has caught a tuna and a shark.
Fishermen on Shore Near São Felipe
Fishermen and their vessels on the shore of a black sand beach near São Felipe. The beaches are short and quickly give way to ominous cliffs that begin the steep slope of Fogo, the volcano island.
Workers at Tuna Cannery
Workers at tuna cannery prepare a fresh catch of tuna for processing and canning.
Tuna Cannery; Tarrafal
Workers handle freshly caught tuna at a cannery in Tarrafal.
Workers & Tuna in Cannery
Workers at a tuna cannery in Tarrafal, São Nicolau, remove the meat from tuna in preparation for canning. This cannery is believed to be the first in Cape Verde.
Workers in Tuna Cannery
Two unidentified workers at a tuna cannery in Tarrafal, São Nicolau.
Tuna Cannery in Tarrafal
A worker in a tuna cannery processes meat in preparation for canning. This cannery is located in Tarrafal, São Nicolau.
Tuna Cannery in Tarrafal
A worker in a tuna cannery processes meat in preparation for canning. This cannery is located in Tarrafal, São Nicolau.
Tuna Cannery
A worker in a tuna cannery processes meat in preparation for canning. This cannery is located in Tarrafal, São Nicolau.
Tuna on Scale; Tuna Cannery
Workers weigh tuna fish as it is brought into this cannery in Tarrafal. It is believed to be the first cannery to open in Cape Verde.
Tuna Fish Catch Being Weighed
Freshly caught tuna is weighed in a tuna cannery before it moves on to processing. This cannery, located in Tarrafal, is believed to be the first commercial cannery to be opened in Cape Verde.
Worker in Tuna Cannery
An unidentified worker in a tuna cannery prepares cans before they are packed. This cannery, located in Tarrafal, São Nicolau, is believed to be the first cannery to be opened in Cape Verde.
Worker in Tuna Cannery
An unidentified employee of a tuna cannery, possibly SUCLA, in Tarrafal, São Nicolau. This is perhaps the first cannery in Cape Verde.
Shaping and Labeling of Tuna Cans (4 of 4)
Here is a close up of a tool that is used in the tuna can production. This photo is taken at the SUCLA tuna cannery in Tarrafal, São Nicolau.
Shaping and Labeling of Tuna Cans (3 of 4)
The shaping and labeling process of tuna canning at the SUCLA cannery in Tarrafal.
Shaping and Labeling of Tuna Cans (2 of 4)
The shaping and labeling process of tuna canning can be seen at a different angle in this image.
Shaping and Labeling of Tuna Cans (1 of 4)
A worker at the SUCLA plant is pictured shaping and labeling tuna cans.
Tuna Canning
Two unidentified women aid in the tuna canning process at the SUCLA tuna cannery in Tarrafal, São Nicolau.
Display of Tuna Cans
Pictured is a large stacked display of tuna cans packed and labeled by the SUCLA company in Tarrafal.
Fishing Vessels on Tarrafal Bay
Fishing vessel on Tarrafal Bay. Tarrafal, a coastal town on São Nicolau, is a fishing town with a tuna cannery that is believed to be the first in Cape Verde.
SUCLA (Society of Overseas Canning)
Since 1935, the SUCLA company has been a family-oriented company that provides canned seafood to many areas of the world. The business was founded by the Preitas family and has grown to employ close to 200 people. The SUCLA company is the at the…
Boat & Tarrafal Bay
Small, wooden boat on the shore in Tarrafal. On the horizon, two uninhabited islands, Raso and Branco, with fishing vessels in the foreground. Tarrafal is home to one of the first tuna cannery's in Cape Verde, SUCLA. It was founded by the Preitas…
Tarrafal Shoreline with a view of SUCLA
Pictured is the coastal town of Tarrafal nestled along the shoreline on the island of São Nicolau. The company SUCLA (Society of Overseas Canning) can be seen in the distance to the left.
Sunset on Tarrafal Bay
Looking west over Tarrafal Bay on São Nicolau. Fishing vessels can be seen on the bay. Tarrafal is the seat of Tarrafal de São Nicolau Municipality and it's economy is largely based on local fishing industries.
Boats Along Tarrafal Bay
This photo was taken along the shoreline of Tarrafal. At the end of the day these wooden fishing vessels are dragged back on shore for storage. Here one last boat is being dry docked. Learning to successfully fish at a young age is viewed as a rite…
Two Men Hauling Tuna onto Shore
On the shore of Tarrafal, two unidentified men transport a load of freshly caught tuna from boats to some method of transportation that is not in the frame. This catch is likely then sent to Cape Verde's Tuna Cannery for processing.
Boat Launching into Tarrafal Bay
Small, wooden fishing vessels are dragged back onto shore after a days work in Tarrafal. This coastal town on the western shore of São Nicolau relies largely on fishing industries to fuel it's local economy.
Boats along the waterfront of Tarrafal Bay
Pictured are two boys standing amidst three large fishing boats. This photo was taken on the waterfront of Tarrafal Bay. In the background the sprawl from the port-town, Tarrafal, can be seen doting the coast. Fishing industries are a large part of…
Shoreline of Tarrafal
The city of Tarrafal, located in the southwestern region of São Nicolau, boasts this beautiful beach and bay. The body of water is used for fishing, swimming, and as a resting place for many colorful fishing boats. The beach is a popular attraction…
Tarrafal Bay and Dwellings
Looking north from Tarrafal, across the bay, with the mountainous northwestern corner of the island on the horizon. Tarrafal is the seat of Tarrafal de São Nicolau municipality and it's economy is largely based on local fishing industries.
Boat Repair, Mindelo
A wooden ship in Mindelo is brought ashore for repairs.
Man Poses with Wooden Boat
A wooden fishing boat is put in dry dock for repair in Mindelo. A man poses beside the boat for scale.
Man with Wooden Boat
A man poses by a wooden fishing boat in Mindelo. The boat has been put in dry dock for repairs.
Wooden Boat in Repair
A wooden fishing boat is put in dry dock for repair in Mindelo.
Wooden Boat
Repairing a wooden fishing boat in Mindelo.
Fishing Vessel at Porto Grande
A fishing vessel docked at Porto Grande on the island São Vicente. Allowed to fall into disrepair during the mid-twentieth century, Porto Grande has been since revitalized. A major part of the ports activity revolves around fishing.