"Phoenix captures photos of our beloved state in ways that are like a treat for the eye." ~ Gabriela Gamperl, Curator

Read All About It... The Rickie Report article on my first exhibit of 2026's opening reception just dropped today. Thanks for checking it out. bit.ly/4qFjPwd

The opening reception is January 14th, 6 - 8 pm - hope you will join us there!
84 SE 4th Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Love to share the exhibit with you. It runs on Saturdays in the Cultural Center from 10am-2pm or by reservation, 954-304-0195. 

Images in the show are from the Landscape Collection, Winged Life Collection, Everglades Collection and National Parks Collection.

The Broward Art Guild is celebrating its 75th Anniversary Commemorative Gala at BACA (Baileys Contemporary Gallery) on January 15, 2026. I'm grateful to be part of this spectacular celebration of art, community and legacy. Previously, I served as three years as BAG's Vice President and Professional Development Chair.

Be Part of Art History, enjoy an evening of:
 
- Fine art exhibitions
- Music and entertainment
- Gourmet food and drinks
- Auction and raffle prizes
- Networking with art enthusiasts and professionals

Opening Reception: Thursday, January 15, 2026
6:00 – 9:00pm
Event Location:
Bailey Contemporary Arts Gallery
41 NE 1st St.
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
954-537-3370
More info: www.BrowardArtGuild.org

About the "Starry Starry Night Over the Rockies," my piece juried into this exhibit: Hiking from about 11,800 feet in altitude to over 12,400 feet in temperatures approaching freezing with equally harsh winds, I experienced the Milky Way for the first time high above the Alpine Trail Road on the “Roof of the Rockies” at Rock Cut in Rocky Mountain National Park. Hiked there on two different night since the first time up there were snow flurries. This was quite an adventure for a zero elevation person.

Click to see more Landscape Photography

Hope you'll join us... four women fine artists at a Fort Lauderdale historical site, History Fort Lauderdale, for the Opening Reeption. Wednesday, December 10th, 6 - 8pm. I will be showcasing some 7 -10 pieces all photographed in SoFlo. Locals and "Snowbirds" welcomed. 

Located at 231 SW Second Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, the show runs through January 25th.

Let me know if you'd like a private and personal tour, [email protected]

Thank you Funding Arts Broward for the amazing evening at the "Living Lens Photographer's Showcase 2025". It takes a dedicated community to flawlessly pull of such as huge event. From Board members, to the selection committee to the jurors, to the host site MAD Arts, to the lovely music from South Florida Symphony, caters and more. Extra special thanks to the inspiration behind this event, Wayne Lee, and Katiuska Sierra, Director of Operations of FAB, who made everything look so easy.

Thanks to everyone who attended and supported the event, congrats to all the prize winners, all photographers juried into this stunning exhibit and the new collectors. My apologies for not getting pix of everyone. I am grateful to have my piece "Milky Way Over the Keys" win First Place in Scapes category.
Click to see highlights from the evening.

Excited to invite you to very special night supporting Funding Arts Broward which in turn supports so many arts organizations throughout Broward County (see more below). It may be a first of its kind, an all photography exhibit non-profit fundraising event. At just $20 per person, this night offers so much for all involved. If you miss the Opening Reception on Friday, Nov 14, you can still catch the show. All details are below. 

Join Us for The Living Lens: Broward’s Local & International Photographers Showcase
Hosted by Funding Arts Broward

You’re warmly invited to “The Living Lens” a photography showcase designed to spotlight local and international talent and strengthen Broward County’s vibrant arts ecosystem. A juried showcase for everyone—from curious beginners to seasoned pros, with selected works featured in a three-day exhibition at MAD Arts (November 14–16, 2025). Opening reception on Friday, November 14, 2025, 6:00–9:00 PM. Enjoy a gracious reception, the chance to purchase prints (participating artists keep 90% of proceeds), and a special Junior Photographer Gallery by Florida Virtual School students presented with the FLVS Foundation. We’ll announce the People’s Choice and Jury Prize live as we celebrate creativity in our community. Special entertainment by the South Florida Symphony Orchestra, a FAB Grantee.

MAD Arts is a museum, community hub, and laboratory for interactive art and technology in Dania Beach, Florida. Unlike a traditional museum, it specializes in immersive, multi-sensory exhibits that use technology like projection mapping, sound, and virtual reality to create engaging, interactive experiences.

Event details:
- Venue: MAD Arts Museum, 481 S Federal Hwy, Dania Beach, FL
- Dates: Friday, November 14, 2025, 6:00–9:00 PM (and 3-day run, Nov 14–16, 2025)
- Cost: Opening reception cost includes cocktails, refreshments and lite bites: $20 per person; $10 for students under 18.                                
- Entertainment: South Florida Symphony Orchestra

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About Funding Arts Broward
FAB is a community arts fund nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting innovative arts programming in Broward. In addition to funding artistic endeavors, FAB fosters community initiatives in arts advocacy, champions the arts through our membership, and promotes the beautification and shared value of the arts through public art projects. We are committed to arts education and strengthening the cultural fabric of the community by encouraging creativity, engagement, and collaboration across diverse arts and cultural initiatives. Through the generosity of its supporters, FAB has funded programs for more than 85 arts organizations, totaling over $5.7 million distributed in Broward to the arts. For more information, visit fundingartsbroward.org.

My juried pieces into this exhibit: "Grace" from the Winged Life Collection and "Milky Way Over the Keys 2" from the Landscape/Waterscape Collection. 

 Pen Women “ Curating Beauty” Exhibition
"Curating Beauty" is on display now thru Dec 19th at Anne Kolb Nature Center. And, even though I'm in this judged exhibit and president of the women's arts organization, it really lives up to its name. So many incredibly beautiful and sensitive pieces from world award-winning arts, including yours truly.

Please join us this Saturday, Nov 8th, 2:30-3:30 for the awards reception.
 
November 1st- December 20th, 2025
Anne Kolb Nature Center
751 Sheridan St, Hollywood, FL 33019

Pictured Above: My two pieces in this exhibit: Top "Alaskan Sunrise" from the Alaska Collection and Bottom "Disappearing Hemlock" from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park Collection .       

Let me know if interested in either of these fine art photographs or others or email at [email protected]