"George Eastman" George Eastman, founder of Eastman Kodak Company, made photography accessible to millions of people by mass manufacturing easy-to-use cameras and photographic products. Eastman innovations like cellulose roll film; the daylight-loading camera; and the Brownie, the worlds first snapshot camera made photography the 20th century's dominant art for and communication medium. A dedicated philanthropist, Eastman gave much of his fortune to establish hospitals, clinics, universities, museums, and performing arts centers. He created the first …showed first 75 words of 2365 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2365 total…shutter, amd every image captured on film. His influence lingers in the electronic matrix of digital imaging systems, and in the minds of all those who would capture a fleeting moment from an ever-changing world. He was a kind soul who gave generously to the human race; furthering music, encouraging education, supporting scientific research, promoting health care, benefiting employee goodwill and loyalty. Without a doubt, George Eastman made the world a better place to be.