ABSTRACT
In photography, as in life, we build on the foundation of what has come before and we owe a debt of gratitude to the pioneers of our field. There is something correct and respectful about honoring those who have blazed paths for us, if only by knowing who they are and a small morsel about their lives and contributions. Though it would be impossible to fully examine each of the following photographers in the pages of this book, this chapter seeks to lay a foundation for further inquiry into their lives and place in the history of photography.
