7. Edward Curtis

Born February 16, 1868, Died October 19, 1952

Was known for his photo of Native American and Western America.

6. Wolfgang Sievers
Born September 18th 1913, died August 7th 2007.
Known mostly for architectural and Industrial photography.

5. Larry Burrows
Born May 29, 1926, Died February 10, 1971
Best known for his pictures showing American involvement in the Vietnam War.

4. Ansel Adams
Born February 20, 1902, Died April 22, 1984
Best known for his black and white pictures in Western America, especially in the Yosemite Valley.

3. Jay Maisel

Born January 18, 1931

Best known for capturing the light, color, and gesture found in everyday life.

                    

2. Edward Weston
Born March 24, 1886, Died January 1,1958
Best known for imitating images through his paintings.

1. Art Wolfe

Born 1951
Know for his color images in wildlife, landscapes and native cultures around the world
In 1996 he was voted photographer of the year by Photo Magazine.