Edwin Smith (1912 - 1971) was a Britishphotographer known for his distinctive vignettes of English gardens, landscapes, and architecture. On his own or in partnership with his wife, the artist and writer Olive Cook, he authored or contributed to numerous books during his lifetime and his photographs are still regularly used today. Following Olive Cook's death in 2002, his archive now rests with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) in London. 1912 (MCMXII) was a leap year starting on Monday in the Gregorian calendar (or a leap year starting on Tuesday in the 13-day-slower Julian calendar). ... 1971 (MCMLXXI) was a common year starting on Friday (the link is to a full 1971 calendar). ... This is a list of notable photographers in the art, documentary and fashion traditions. ... For the Cusco album, see 2002 (album). ... The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is a professional body for architects in the United Kingdom. ...