Ocean Alliance Inc is dedicated to conserving whales and their marine environment through research and education. The organization is based in the iconic Tarr & Wonson Paint Manufactory in Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States. 32 Horton St., Gloucester, MA, 01930, (978) 281 2814
It was founded in 1971 by biologist Roger Payne. Led by Payne and Chief Executive Officer Iain Kerr, Ocean Alliance collects a broad spectrum of data on whales and ocean life relating particularly to toxicology, behavior, bioacoustics, and genetics. From that data, the Alliance works with its scientific partners to advise educators and policymakers on wise stewardship of the oceans to reduce pollution, prevent the collapse of marine mammal populations, maintain human access to fish and other sea life, and benefit ocean and human health.
In 2008, Ocean Alliance purchased the buildings to be their new headquarters, to make the Paint Factory a proud symbol of Gloucester’s pioneering spirit and intimate connection with the seas.
Hammond Castle
It’s a good photography location and an excellent spot for rainy-day photography.
Castle Manor Inn – Best Place to Stay when in Rockport and the surrounding area.
We loved it here. Quiet, great atmosphere, wonderful breakfast, clean and a great price for all it offers.
Lens: Wide-angle and zoom. There was little wildlife around, but don’t leave our zoom lens at home. You never know.
Gear List at a Glance: Circular polarizing filter, neutral density filter, tripod, shutter release, wide-angle, and zoom lens.
There are moving waters here, so bring your tripod to shoot to get the motion blur effect. If you are new to this technique, see our How-to Shoot Waterfalls page, which will walk you through it step by step. It’s easy to do when you know how. Also, you will need a neutral density filter to do this during the day. Read about ND filters here.
Ocean Alliance Photography Information:
Entrance Fees: None
Ocean Alliance Camping:
Cape Ann Campsite
Restaurants:
Castle Manor Inn Restaurant Hours
Wed-Sat > dinner > 5 pm – 9 pm
Sat-Sun > breakfast à la carte > 8 am– 12 pm
Sun > dinner > 4 pm – 7 pm
HOTELS
Castle Manor Inn
The Castle Manor Inn, 141 Essex Ave, Gloucester, Mass.
We wouldn’t stay anywhere else. We absolutely love this place. The breakfast spread had healthy options, which we loved. Tell them Photography Magazine Extra sent you. The staff was fantastic, the atmosphere perfect, and the price was just right. Book your stay now by clicking here.
