Gordon Parks
1912-2006
Photographer, director, journalist
Left: February 6, 1968
“He was his own Renaissance man: a photographer, film director, journalist. He wore the tools of his trade—like his camera, here—effortlessly, like they were wardrobe accessories. And he’s a testament to the power of the trench coat: put one on over a shirt and tie and you can look elegant and be totally comfortable at the same time. He always brought personality to being on the job.”Photo: CBS Photo Archive