Alfred Stieglitz is best described as which of the following?

• A. Georgia O'Keeffe's husband and photographer
• B. A painter
• C. A sculptor
• D. A poet

Answer: (A)

Stieglitz’s main impact lies in photography and in elevating it as a form of fine art, along with his pivotal role in supporting and linking with other artists. He built platforms for modern photography—through exhibitions, the influential magazine Camera Work, and galleries like 291—that helped shift perception of photography from a technical craft to an art form. Saying he is Georgia O’Keeffe’s husband and photographer captures both his own Craft and his notable personal connection to one of America’s leading artists, which is why it’s the best fit. He wasn’t primarily a painter, sculptor, or poet, so those labels don’t describe his contributions as accurately.