Mexican Mood Lighting

We once had the privilege of traveling with a bona fide National Geographic photographer. Naturally, we picked his brains about his techniques and favorite equipment, but the thing that impressed us most about the time spent with him was that he did most of his work shortly after sunrise and shortly before sunset. He claimed the light at those times is always wonderful for picture-taking, with dramatic highlights and shadows, and super-saturated colors.

Judging by these photos, Rod and Elisabeth Lambert of the Swan 41 Proximity must also know a thing or two about dramatic photography. Since completing the Baja Ha-Ha rally in November, they’ve been cruising the Sea of Cortez on an open-ended schedule. Lucky them. In addition to the scenery being beautiful, the climate is obviously sunny and warm — which is something we can’t say about their Sausalito homeport.