This isn't a City Discussion post but I suppose it has a place somewhere on the forum. I think it might be better to simply post which photographers work catches your eye, or what you really like about their work. We all bring something different to the forum, whether it's an 'epic' image or something incredibly touching on an intimate level; we all have our strengths and weaknesses; varying levels of equipment, etc. Honestly, I think SSP attracts great photographers who do it because we simply love to do it, regardless of the accolades received. We don't need awards or contest to inspire us to go out and do what we love.
I agree with Evergrey - there's a special place of honor for Robert Pence - sure, prior to his passing he was shooting digital like so many of us but long before I was even born (and I'm *40*), Rob was snapping pics, developing
Ektachrome film and producing incredible work. He was us before Dylan was a glint in his mom's eye and the forum is blessed that he found his way here before he entered immortality.