His subjects are the faces of Hollywood. His photographs and picture stories are as legendary as the famed celebrities that he has captured on film for nearly half a century are. The collection of photographs by Gene Trindl entitled: "Hollywood: The 50’s and 60’s" is both a behind the lens as well as a behind the scene view of Hollywood. Traveling exhibit of his work is currently represented in various galleries. Often described as amusing and yet sentimental, his photographs provide an artist’s personal and intimate look at the people who made Hollywood.

Once referred to as "the Will Rogers of photography", Gene’s homespun humor and quick-draw shooting style has caught even the most celebrated of stars in whimsical and often out-of-character situations. Within the 45 year span of his career in Hollywood – one that continues still today – he has created images that have become trademark visions and speak as witnesses to an unforgettable era. Gene’s professional longevity can be attributed to his life-long passion for photography. From his days as a Boy Scout, with his badges well earned to his stint with the Air Force, his growing skills lead to a degree from Woodbury College. His early career was marked by apprenticeships, teaching at Pierce College and co-producing some 22 educational films. Widely recognized, Trindl’s work has been published in LIFE, THE SATURDAY EVENING POST, and COLLIERS. The largest body of his work graced over 200 covers and more than 600 assignments for TV Guide – a record never equaled to this date – and has been one of his most prolific collaborations of his career.

Trindl’s roster of subjects over the years reads like a "who’s who" of the true famed era of Hollywood. With notable such as Sinatra, Armstrong, Doris Day, Rock Hudson, Benny, Burns, Hitchcock, Orson Wells, Raymond Burr, Skelton, Henry Fonda, Borgnine and Astaire sharing the pages with today’s faces that include Jane Fonda, Tom Selleck, Natalie Wood, Robert Wagner, the cast of Star Trek, Richard Chamberlain and Mary Tyler Moore… the list speaks for itself.

As a master of studio lighting and darkroom magic, his gallery work has been worthy of exhibition along side the finest photographic work today. International photo agencies currently represent some of his work and his life as a photographer has been documented by the Photographic Guild International. Along countless awards and honors throughout his career, Gene is most proud of his coveted C.H. Bach Award in honor of the man who inspired him to pursue his talent.

"How can I retire from doing something that I’ve never considered work, both my trade and art has always been nothing more to me than a true labor of love," he is often heard remarking to the question of retirement. Obviously retirement is not going to be an option for Gene Trindl. His phone still rings as movie studios, TV networks and public relations firms still continue to request his services and talent. "I’ve got well over 90,000 slide images and tens-of-thousands of film negative images in my files," states Gene on the size of his archives. His photo credits are well represented in major publications throughout the world. His contemporary photography is valued as much as his archival collection and the experiences from decades in Hollywood.

Up until 2004, Gene continued to live in the town where he was born and raised – Hollywood. When he wasn't on assignment, he frequented Colorado Springs where he collaborated with his daughter Joani. The two were working together on a book that is both a collection and reflection on his life. Aside from photography, Gene’s other passions and interests included gardening, bread making, reading, good wine and spending time with friends… his formula for his youthful vibrancy.

On June 29th, 2004, Gene passed and is survived by his son and daughter.