Robert Foothorap

My brother Peter Cummings and I grew up in Sleepy Hollow Manor. "Bobbie" as he was known then was a great friend of ours, especially Peter's. We adored his parents. Fond memories. We lost track of him and saw his name in one of Amy Tan's books so I simply had to look him up. My brother Peter and I send blessings to "Bobbie" and his loving family. With love and warm wishes, Ann

Heavily influenced by Robert's book on 35mm photography at an early age - passed a copy on to my son when he became interested - special. Thank you Robert.

I acquired Robert Foothorap's book, Photography: A Biased Guide to 35mm . . ., when it was first published and used it as a primary source and reference throughout my 30+ years of film photography. Even after digital conversion I still hold it as one of my favorite books. I still enjoy the illustrations and wonderful writing that now provides for me a sense of nostalgia. For, as with a first love, it revivifies those warm and magic moments of starting something new, exciting, and unexplored....

I just learned of Robert's passing,. We were good friends and fellow photographers and I cherish the photo I have with him and Alfred Eisenstaedt , me and photographer John Larsen taken in the early 1970's when we brought Alfred to Ca. for the Professional Photographers of S.F. conference. Warmly, Bill Rosenthal

Robert was an exceptional talent and authentic free spirit. Together, we enjoyed many projects, conversations and meals over the years.

I share Robert's loss with his family and the many who were fortunate enough to know him.

We shared many good times and conversation with Robert and Gretchen. The combined artistic ability of this couple was mind boggling.

We thoroughly enjoyed them both. Robert told me he spent a lot of his time shooting pool with homeless people in San Francisco. I asked if he ever photographed any of these events.

He responded, "never; that would be exploitation" and I then regretted even asking the question.

Robert was a friendly, talented and gifted man and he will be...

I send my sympathy to all who loved Robert. I was one of the many who regarded him with great affection.