Gordon-Parks-Obituary

Gordon Parks

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PARKS-Gordon. The trustees and staff of The Studio Museum in Harlem mourn the passing of Gordon Parks, a great American artist. Mr. Parks was a trailblazer whose unique and brilliant vision changed the way we see the world. His legacy as a photographer, filmmaker, composer, poet and artist will...

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WHAT A MAN....WHAT A MAN....WHAT A MAN....His brilliance made him unique like no other....His style was quite debonair....His talent was as a artist (producer, photographer, writer)....ONE IS MISSED...RIP

May it comfort the family of Mr. Parks to know that Gordon has the hope of being found In God's book of remembrance. Malachi 3:16

A brilliant man. The earth is all the better for his having been on it. I would have liked to have met him in person, but I will have to console myself with his words and pictures.

The Learning Tree was a was a poweful movie portraying a beautiful black family. Gordon Parks was an amazing man. I am deeply grateful that he shared his talent and left an enduring legacy.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

My deepest regret is not having been born sooner. People like Mr. Parks just don't seem to exist anymore.

With love,

To The Family of Gordon Parks, Mr.Parks was an inspiration to me. I experienced the opportunity of a lifetime. I sat and talked Mr. Parks at the 1980 Black filmakers awards. The best advice he gave me about Photography was the "Let Your Photos speak life into existence". This was my and most memorable experience in my life. I actually encountered a visit with history.

To The Family of Gordon Parks, Mr.Parks was an inspiration to me. I experienced the opportunity of a lifetime. I sat and talked Mr. Parks at the 1980 Black Filmakers Awards in Oakland Ca. The best advice he gave me about Photography was the "Let Your Photos speak life into existence". This was my most memorable experience in my entire life. I actually crossed paths with a true historian.

You're memories will still remain in our hearts.. May GOD bless you!