Charles Ellis Johnson
American photographer
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| Intro | American photographer | |
| A.K.A. | Charlie Johnson | |
| A.K.A. | Charlie Johnson | |
| Places | United States of America | |
| was | Photographer | |
| Work field | Arts | |
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| Birth | 21 March 1857, St. Louis | |
| Death | 21 February 1926San Jose (aged 68 years) |
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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.