Gilbert, Thom: - Born in NYC and raised on Long Island, acclaimed documentary photographer Thom Gilbert's was educated at RIT, Museum School Fine Arts, and Tufts. His unique documentary/portraiture-style work featuring stars from all walks of life has been featured in Interview, New York Magazine, Gotham and LA Confidential, among others. His awards include the Hasselblad Masters Series, American Photo Magazine "Best Advertising Photography," Photo District News Magazine "Best Commercial Photography." His work has been shown extensively in national galleries. His commercial work includes clients Bergdorf Goodman, Bloomingdales, and Ralph Lauren.Thom's most recent books are Soul: Memphis' Original Sound (Officina Libraria), Blue Suede Shoes: The Culture of Elvis (G Editions) and Waves: Pro Surfers and Their World (Abrams).