Fishermen--40 Fotos 1941 - 1945

"Fishermen--40 Fotos" is a black and white photograph taken by American photographer Robert Frank between 1941 and 1945. This image showcases Frank's signature style of candid and intimate photography, capturing a moment of everyday life with a sense of realism and immediacy. The composition focuses on two men in rowboats, one casting a line while the other is standing in the boat, highlighting the simplicity and mundanity of their task. The use of natural light and the ripple of water create a sense of tranquility and isolation, emphasizing the connection between the men and the natural world. Frank's "The Americans" photobook, which included this image, challenged traditional notions of American life and helped to shape the direction of documentary photography.