Rickey

About me

Rickey, the Artist; embodies that of a photographer, creative director, designer, songwriter, motivational speaker, and activist born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee.

He grew up in a musically inclined household; his grandfather a choir director and pianist of 33 years, his grandmother, mother, uncles, and aunts all singers in that choir. As a child, he spent his summers in Houston, TX playing sports, writing music, and falling deeper into his love for art. In high school, he won major art competitions and received local news coverage for his natural ability to paint on canvas.

After graduating high school, Rickey expanded his expertise of art to graphic design. With his graphic ability, he went on to make marketing materials for worldwide clients such as Lexus, The New York Knicks, and Honey Jack Daniels. Rickey’s later years of art lead him to picking up a camera and capturing stunning images for major lifestyle brands such as Complex Magazine, Adidas, and MCM in the busy streets of NYC.

Inspired by self-expression and individuality, he understands it takes an intentional eye and technique to convey a story; colors, moods, and energy bring these concepts to life. His graphics and photographs often raise open-ended questions and are designed to spark conversation and encourage further examination.

Rickey is a well-rounded creative that organically communicates concepts and ideas through capturing powerful photography, delivering illustrative and graphic concepts that assist brands in telling their story, and weaving thought provoking poetry together over soul filled instrumentation. He’s driven by helping others find their best selves, visually, musically, as well as through philanthropic education. Aligning with companies, individuals, and brands, Rickey has devised a formula that stays true to his clients’ vision while adding his own creative color and tone.