About the Artist
Born in the Buckeye State, Rick studied Geology at Oberlin College. His metalsmithing career began after inheriting his grandmother's silversmithing tools, leading him to exhibit in craft shows nationwide since 1992. An avid photographer, his eye for detail led him to notice a heart-shaped pothole in the fall of 2000, sparking the idea for a Valentine.

Inspired by that single image, Rick began seeing hearts in shadows, clouds, puddles... everywhere. His collection now numbers in the thousands. He currently resides in Washington DC.

Notable Links:
www.thenibble.com
www.rosalieoconnor.com
www.thehealthyway.us
www.trailerparkhomepage.com
www.billarnoldphotographs.com
www.happyart.com
www.studioroja.com
www.washingtonballet.org
www.embangweni.com
www.vilmain.com
www.whatadish.net
www.timdavisartimages.com
http://users.erols.com/bugsuzi/
www.megaplanet.com
www.jackphoto.com
www.mayware.com
www.madewithmud.com
www.because-designs.com
www.sacredcurrents.com/
www.rugglesorgans.com
www.pierretteashcroft.com
www.uncommonthreadsjewelry.com
www.colerodgerphotographics.com
www.bethpiver.com
www.amyfaust.com
www.studioparan.com
www.blueskyamherts.com
www.ataylordesign.net
www.emilyrosenfeld.com
www.pfaffman.com
www.providencecraftshow.com
www.havetodance.com/otones
www.mindspring.com/~emworld/
www.bannerqueen.com
www.soladventure.com
www.maidofhonor.com
www.womenheart.org
www.artnsoulinc.com
www.idreamedisaw.com
www.mickiwhelan.com