Charles Ellis Johnson, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Charles Ellis Johnson

American photographer

Date of Birth: 21-Mar-1857

Place of Birth: St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Date of Death: 21-Feb-1926

Profession: photographer, pharmacist

Zodiac Sign: Aries


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About Charles Ellis Johnson

  • Charles Ellis "Charlie" Johnson (March 21, 1857 – February 21, 1926) was an American Latter-day Saint photographer known for his work both in Utah and around the world.
  • He grew up in St.
  • George, Utah, and gained an interest in botany and theater.
  • While operating a drug store in Salt Lake City, he started dabbling in photography and opened a photo studio.
  • He photographed actors and actresses at the Salt Lake Theater, including some artistic nudes.
  • He took photos of Utah attractions, and in 1903 traveled through the Ottoman Empire to take photos for the 1904 St.
  • Louis World's Fair.
  • In 1917 Johnson moved to San Jose, California where he continued operating a photo studio.

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