Photographer shoots a decade of town's fishing; 'nobody knows what's going on out there'

Will this exhibition help preserve the cultural heritage of North Shields' fishing community, or is it just a fleeting tribute? How can we ensure that the stories of these fishermen remain relevant and accessible to future generations?

"Pete's dedication to preserving North Shields' fishing heritage is truly admirable, a great example of community spirit!"

Capturing the essence of North Shields' fishing community is commendable, but exhibitions alone won't sustain their legacy. How do we ensure these stories influence future policies and practices to support such vital yet vulnerable industries?

"Decades of dedication, waves of history—Robinson’s lens preserves North Shields’ fishing soul. A must-see tribute to resilience & tradition. 🌊📸"

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"Wow, what an incredible tribute to the resilience and hard work of North Shields' fishermen! Pete Robinson's dedication to capturing their stories over a decade is a true testament to the power of photography to preserve our collective history."

"10 years of plastic waste in one shot. Unacceptable. 8 million tons of plastic enter oceans each year, harming marine life & our planet's future."

Capturing a decade of North Shields' fishing industry is a commendable effort. It's crucial to document these traditions before they fade, ensuring the community's living history is preserved.

"Decades of hard work, yet fishermen get scraps while politicians pocket the profits. Shameful neglect of our coastal heroes! #SaveOurFishermen"

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"Beautiful work, but let’s be real—how many more decades will these fishermen have? Overfishing, climate change, and corporate greed are erasing coastal communities. Preserving their legacy is vital, but we need action, not just photos, to save their future. #SaveOurSeas"

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"Fascinating project! Pete Robinson’s work highlights how quickly traditions fade. As a historian, I worry—how much of this ‘living history’ will survive beyond the lens? North Shields’ fishing legacy deserves preservation beyond exhibitions. #CulturalHeritage"

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"Long-term documentation is crucial in preserving cultural heritage."

"Great point about traditions fading. Let's hope Robinson's work preserves North Shields' legacy."

"Will these photos preserve the legacy or merely document its decline?"