Famous Photographer Biographies - Last Names P-Z

Information on Irving Penn and his contribution to photography

Giless Peress has been responsible for some of the most recognized photographs of human strife. His coverage of Iran, Bosnia, Northern Ireland, and Rwanda have brought insight into conflicts around the world.

Profile of Joe Rosenthal including a brief biography and information on his photographic works

Learn about Francesco Scavullo, Cosmopolitan Magazine photographer and his half century spent photographing beautiful women.

Cindy Sherman is one of the most well recognized female photographer of our time. Her photos of herself dressed as various characters have commanded some of the highest prices of any photographer. In addition to her photographic career she is also a film director and has appeared in cameo roles in several movies.

W. Eugene Smith was not always the easiest photographer to work with, but his level of perfectionism helped to set the bar for what a true photojournalist should be. His work will forever be considered among the best produced. His work graced the pages of Life Magazine, The New York Times and many other top publications.

Edward J. Steichen was not only the first fashion photographer, but also served as the director of Photographic Arts for the Museum of Modern Art(MOMA.) He won an Academy Award in 1945 for a documentary film he directed.

John Szarkowski, curator of the Museum of Modern Art changed the way in which Americans view photography. Adding photography to the list of artistic endeavors, he introduced the world to some of the greatest photographers of all time.

Garry Winograd is the master of street photography. He has been showcased at the MOMA and has written several books, He focused much of his photography on candid shots done of normal people.

Learn about Art Wolfe and his wildlife photography. Wolfe captures endangered species in far off lands. Wolfe has received some of the most prestigious awards presented to photographers.

Stephen Shore is an American born photographer who managed to make ordinary scenes become extraordinary photographs. His use of color was studied by many famous photographers who had previously believed that serious photographers only used black and white film to express their art.