Days at Sea

Days at Sea is a significant photographic work by the American photographer Ralph Gibson, published in 1974 as part of his influential 'Black Trilogy.' This volume features large-scale, moody black and white images of ships and vessels at sea. The collection is noted for its dramatic lighting, high contrast, and evocative atmosphere, capturing the solitude and scale of maritime life. Published through Gibson's own Lustrum Press, the book was a pioneering example of self-published photography books in the 1970s. It is primarily illustrated with full-page reproductions on pictorial card covers, showcasing Gibson's unique aesthetic that combined fine art sensibilities with documentary subjects.