I only came across this guys work recently since I've been reading up on the whole Strobist movement, but I am really impressed and feel inspired by Joe McNally.
Check out his blog here:
http://www.joemcnally.com/blog/
His "category" about lighting is excellent.
He also has a video on youtube where he climbs to the top of the spike on the Empire State Building for a photo!!!
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=cEAKQFddTLI