Aaron Ricketts

About the Artist

Aaron Ricketts is a photographer, visual artist, and creative director whose work is heavily inspired by surrealism. With his work, Aaron often aims to challenge the observers' preconditioned perception of reality and the human condition.

Background and Education

Aaron simultaneously served in the United States Air Force and received his BFA in photography from Tyler School of Art as a full-time student in 2017. After establishing The Ricketts Company, Aaron began working for himself.

Awards, Publications, and Exhibitions

Aaron was awarded “Creator of the Year” by REC Philly. His work has been featured in various publications and exhibitions, including:

• GROUP EXHIBITIONS: “Broken Reality”, Scotiabank Contact Photography Festival, Toronto, Canada, 2020; “What Lies Beneath”, Scotiabank Contact Photography Festival, Toronto, Canada, 2019; “Track Takeover”, Walnut-Locust Station, Philadelphia, PA, 2019; “Sprung”, Kismet, Philadelphia, PA, 2018; “All Philly Art School Show”, Tyler School of Art, Philadelphia, PA, 2018; “A Gallon a Day”, Senior Thesis Exhibition, Tyler School of Art, Philadelphia, PA, 2017
• PUBLICATIONS: “Brave, Bold Entrepreneurs.” Sweet July. Volume 1, No. 3, March 2021. Page 72; “Justice.” Black Futures. December 2020. Page 222-223; “MESTIZX.” Balam. Issue 6, August 2020. Page 7 & 44; “10 Best Bars.” Philadelphia Magazine, November 2019; “The Cool Kid.” Elle Magazine, September 2019; Journeys & Journeys Kidz Back to School Catalogs, August 2019; “One Day in the Life of Philly.” Philadelphia Magazine, December 2018; “Navigator.” Philadelphia Magazine, September 2018; Society6 Art Quarterly + Flipside 3D, April 2018; “Philly Sound.” Red Bull, October 2017
• PRESS: “NFTS: A New Art Market.” Philadelphia Weekly. October 2021; “A Philly photographer made $5,268 after selling his NFT.” Technical.ly. March 2021; “The Future of Philly.” Highsnobiety. October 2019; “Philly Photographer Aaron Ricketts is on His Journey to the Top.” Complex. August 2018; “Success Story and Tips from Aaron Ricketts.” On- Up. August 2018; “Aaron Ricketts, Visual Artist and Photographer.” Meet The Creatives. July 2018; “Interview with Aaron Ricketts.” Respect Mag. January 2018; “Unlimited Creativity with Aaron Ricketts.” The Fox Magazine. October 2017; “What’s Your Draw: Aaron Ricketts.” Villa. September 2017
• HONORS & AWARDS: Global Photography Awards: Creative Eye. 3rd Place. 500px. 2022; Creator of the Year. REC Philly. 2021; What Lies Beneath. 3rd Place. 500px, Scotiabank Contact Photography Festival. 2019; Open Call. Honorary Mention. Life Framer. 2018; Adobe Design Achievement Award. Semifinalist. Adobe. 2018; Michael Becotte Faculty Award. Tyler School of Art, Temple University. 2018

Collection Details

Creations By Aaron Ricketts is a collection of (40) 1 of 1 creations made by Aaron from 2016 to 2021. These creations represent Aaron’s growth in his practice. This is the genesis collection.

Artist Statement

Aaron Ricketts is a photographer, visual artist, and creative director whose work resides at the intersection of art and entertainment. By approaching his medium in innovative ways, Aaron often challenges human perception, condition, and context by way of surrealism.