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W. Eugene Smith was an American photojournalist and documentary photographer. He is best known for his work for Life magazine, where he worked for two decades. He is also known for his groundbreaking photo essays, such as "Country Doctor" and "Nurse Midwife". Smith was a master of the photographic essay, and his work often focused on social issues. He was a pioneer in the use of the 35mm camera and the development of the photo essay. Smith was born in Wichita, Kansas, and began his career as a freelance photographer in the late 1930s. He worked for a variety of publications, including the Associated Press, Look magazine, and Life magazine. In 1947, he joined Life magazine, where he worked for two decades. During this time, he produced some of his most iconic work, including the photo essays "Country Doctor" and "Nurse Midwife". Smith was a master of the photographic essay, and his work often focused on social issues. He was a pioneer in the use of the 35mm camera and the development of the photo essay. He was also a master of the darkroom, and his prints were known for their rich tonal range and subtlety. Smith was a passionate advocate for the rights of photographers, and he was a founding member of the American Society of Magazine Photographers. He was also a mentor to many young photographers, and his influence can still be seen in the work of many contemporary photographers. Smith died in 1978, at the age of 59. He left behind a legacy of powerful images and a lasting influence on the art of photography.

Popular As William Eugene Smith
Occupation camera_department
Age 60 years old
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Born 30 December 1918
Birthday 30 December
Birthplace Wichita, Kansas, USA
Date of death 15 October, 1978
Died Place Tucson, Arizona, USA
Nationality United States

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Who Is W. Eugene Smith's Wife?

His wife is Eileen Mioko (? - 15 October 1978) ( his death), ? (? - ?) ( divorced) ( 2 children)

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W. Eugene Smith Net Worth

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Source of Income Camera Department

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2020

He is portrayed by Johnny Depp in the film Minamata (2020), which tells the story of his efforts to expose the environmental damage wrought by the Chisso chemical company.

1975

He is known for his work on Objective Camera, Subjective Truth (1975). He was married to Eileen Mioko.

1918

W. Eugene Smith was born on December 30, 1918 in Wichita, Kansas, USA as William Eugene Smith.