William J. Eggleston: William J. Eggleston. Camera and Electrical Department: Eve's Bayou. William J. Eggleston was born in Memphis, Tennesse, but grew up in the small Mississippi town of Sumner. He became known as "the father of color photography" for his striking photos of people, events and landscapes in the South. Although he had been been a professional photographer for several years in the South, it wasn't until a visit to New York City...
Known For: Eve's Bayou (Camera and Electrical Department), Stranded in Canton (Director), Restless (X-Ray Technician(as William Eggleston)), Frontline (Sound Department)