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The fuck you talking about man?
Rhine II by Andreas Gursky was the most expensive photo ever sold at auction. Burtynsky, Ansel Adams, Sebastiao Salgado, Edward Weston, Max Rive, Guy Tal, Valda Bailey, Ted Gore...
Just because they aren't household names doesn't mean that Art photographers aren't making money. Landscapes are commonly the most desirable variety of artwork at auction - that includes in photography. If you were prolific, talented, and had good representation, you could make a living as a landscape photographer. But it takes a huge effort. I've worked with artists, including photographers, who dedicate 90% of the space in their home to their art. Every penny they make goes back into making more prints. Its not easy. You have to be addicted and dedicated to it.