During the golden age of Hollywood, one of the leading names in cinematography was that of Lucien Ballard, a Cherokee from Miami, Oklahoma. Lucien spent his early adulthood rising through the ranks of Hollywood and forged a decades-spanning career containing some of the landmark films of his time. From the 1930s through the 70s, Lucien’s talent left a mark on the art of filmmaking, and the ripples of his influence are still felt today.