Puerto Calero marina is throbbing with music, lights, and serious partygoers. Although it is midnight there is no sense in trying to sleep, so we dressed,  put on our ID bracelets, and determined to test the low light capability of the Canon 7D camera. The photos which follow were shot at an ISO of 3200 and have been run through NIK Define anti-noise software.

If nothing else, the Puerto Calero special events staff know how to  put on a regatta soiree. Party planners take note.

There’a a big stage with a major light show just down the dock. When the fireworks end the music starts.

An African drum line strikes up an inviting beat.

And leads the crowd to the dance and drinking area.

We are very much into indirect lighting. This approach could be cool on the aft deck barbeque. Imagine the possibilities.

The drumming energy is contagious

and soon the entire area is working the beat.

If it were not for an Arizona Wildcat football game on Internet radio we’d still be there.

Some of the drummers, getting ready to join the party sans disguise.