parks, gordon

Acclaimed photographer, filmmaker, composer, and author Gordon Parks reflects on his life achievements and the social and political events he has witnessed.

Tells how with a single photograph a self-taught African American photographer captured the attention of America. Includes a brief biography of African American photographer, writer, and director, Gordon Parks.

Looks at the artistic endeavors of photographer, composer, filmmaker, and writer Gordon Parks.

Tells the life story of Gordon Parks, the first African-American photographer for "Life" magazine, discussing the pictures he took of poor families in the U.S. and abroad and describing the strength he took from a piece of advice his mother gave him when he was young.

Photographer and filmmaker Gordon Parks tells his life story beginning with his arrival in St. Paul, Minnesota, at age sixteen after his mother's death, covering such topics as his time on the streets, his work to bring greater attention to African-American poverty, and his years as a war correspondent.

A brief biography of the man who overcame many obstacles to become a renowned photographer and film maker.

An illustrated autobiography of photographer Gordon Parks, featuring three hundred photographs, including his work for "Vogue" and "Life" magazines; discussing his life; and providing essays and anecdotes about his images.