Upon graduation from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, Rick worked in the Architectural Design field for 12 years before hearing the call to service in the United States Navy. His passion for art has not subsided. He currently creates fine art in a variety of mediums including; Pen and Ink, Watercolor, and oil. His love of architecture, aircraft and automobiles show through his personal work, however his portraits are gaining global recognition. His originals and in private collections around the world.