Nina Simone by Francine Winham

Nina was a fiery personality, uncompromising supporter of women’s and civil rights.   Often she would walk off stage if something upset...

Nina was a fiery personality, uncompromising supporter of women’s and civil rights.   Often she would walk off stage if something upset her - and not return!

Soon after I took this shot, a friend told me she was looking for a photographer to go on tour with her.  It had to be a woman, and being one of only a few, I thought I stood a chance…only to discover I had to be black too!