Preparing the Nets

Pushing through the haze of a rainy afternoon, three Panamanian fishermen head out to sea with quiet, practiced focus. While one steers their wooden boat directly into the incoming rain, his two crewmates work methodically to prepare the nets for the haul ahead. Al Sprague masterfully captures the cool, atmospheric tones of the tropical downpour, bringing to life the grit, unspoken teamwork, and daily commitment of seafarers who work in harmony with the changing weather.