John Downs Sketch artist

When a newspaper needed artwork — say, from a newsworthy criminal trial where cameras were not allowed — Downs created the visuals.

From This is True for 27 October 2019

Dave Bartholomew Rock pioneer

One of New Orleans’ greatest musicians, “and a true pioneer in the rock and roll revolution.”

From This is True for 24 June 2019

Doreen Spooner News photographer

Her first photo credit read, “By Camera Girl Doreen Spooner.” She put an end to that right away: “That was a bloody cheek,” she said.

From This is True for 5 May 2019

Joe Bertony Engineer

He made the construction of a landmark possible, doing the calculations by hand.

From This is True for 7 April 2019

Peter B. Kaplan Photographer

He was given “unprecedented access” to photograph the restoration of the Statue of Liberty.

From This is True for 24 March 2019