The sequence Untitled Film Stills (1977-1980), with which Cindy Sherman obtained worldwide recognition, is composed of sixty nine black-and-white photos. Cynthia Morris Sherman (born January 19, 1954) is an American artist whose operate consists primarily of photographic self-portraits, depicting herself in lots of distinct contexts and as many imagined characters. Crosson-Tower, Cynthia (2005). Understanding child abuse and neglect.