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ricko's photostream
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"Every photograph captures some kind of beauty, mood or emotion. A lot of photographers do this much better than me, but I keep trying," - I said that.
A few times I actually post a photo that others like.
And a few times I post photos that nobody likes.
Most of the time I post photos I like.

Photos of ricko (20)
ricko's favorite photos from other Flickr members (3,637)
Contacts (176)
Groups (50)
- Stuff on my head 58 photos, 29 members
- Leme Camera 1,098 photos, 126 members
- I want to be Jacques Cousteau 221 photos, 29 members
- My 2012 Daily Photo Diary 49 photos, 43 members
- The Traveling Flickrmeet Chip 17 photos, 5 members
- Robotr 1 photo, 3 members
- Bored Couples 42 photos, 21 members
- Art Climbers 3,639 photos, 493 members
- 'RoidWeek 2012 0 photos, 341 members
- Holga HL-N lens for Nikon SLR 352 photos, 105 members
- self portrait - the intimate art 528 photos, 55 members
- The Wonderful World of Bizarro-Wuxtry 201 photos, 30 members
- Mickey Mouse 4,593 photos, 854 members
- Coasters 1,869 photos, 66 members
- Any Kind of Portrait You Want 19,956 photos, 680 members
- Kansas Wildlife 2,467 photos, 149 members
- MAD Magazine 452 photos, 79 members
- Pickles! 30 photos, 12 members
- CONEs 5,150 photos, 666 members
- Photo Madness: Mazel Tov leesure, 2011 Photo Madness Champion! 283 photos, 219 members
- tilt shift gen 453 photos, 79 members
- Iphone Hipstamatic 15,077 photos, 863 members
- Instagram 82,979 photos, 5,382 members
- My 2011 Daily Photo Diary 326 photos, 74 members
- No Tell Motel 77 photos, 11 members
- Kitsch-tastic!!! 968 photos, 88 members
- Tomato! 6,343 photos, 1,660 members
- 'Roid Week 2011 3,546 photos, 1,380 members
- Vegies "n" Fruits ( The Harvest ) 698 photos, 98 members
- Photographers ( behind the scenes ) 668 photos, 198 members
- grass cutting hotties 21 photos, 8 members
- Rolleicord 17,574 photos, 1,609 members
- Looks Like a Map 208 photos, 29 members
- Hot Peppers / Food 1,834 photos, 615 members
- Kansas City Graffiti 1,066 photos, 141 members
- Cafes, Coffee Houses, Burger Joints, Food Carts. 36,626 photos, 2,199 members
- Medium Format Flickr 13,976 photos, 637 members
- Photographs with unreasonably long names 120 photos, 28 members
- Face-down Tuesday 3,862 photos, 173 members
- 20000 VIEWS 329 photos, 492 members
- ttv whores 16,449 photos, 968 members
- TTV Photography 6,557 photos, 602 members
- CONTEMPORARY PHOTO ART 8,374 photos, 531 members
- onions everywhere 18 photos, 63 members
- Camera porn (Pictures of cameras) 45,644 photos, 7,518 members
- 'Roid Week 2010 5,813 photos, 1,744 members
- SERIOUSLY Screwed 123 photos, 12 members
- Completely Random Comments 266 photos, 108 members
- weird humor 1,964 photos, 132 members
- EL Bombo Atomico 24,849 photos, 1,123 members
Testimonials (26)
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Mind Meld says:
"ricko is a new found fabulous Flickr friend! *Now say that three times fast! GO!...........
Seriously, I'm enjoying browsing through his stream and realizing how his creativity and sense of humor are perfectly blended to elicit a smile. I'm already certain he will continue to surprise me with more hidden talents.
Take a look around his stream. I'm sure you will enjoy the trip."19th December, 2011
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*Mr . Dan* says:
" Big Rick makes Laying down look easy ."
21st November, 2011
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Alexis Gerard says:
"Ricko's work, from his hilarious assemblages and ego-free self-portraits to his wonderful landscapes and urban-scapes, is a breath of fresh air. But not just any air, it's the caviar of air. You're not going to find a more wonderful combination of excellent and unpretentious anywhere. If you're having a bad day, looking at Ricko's work will turn it around. If you're having a good day, it'll get better. I'm just saying: don't miss out on it."
4th August, 2011
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gadgetgeek says:
"One of the most inventive people behind a camera that I know. I have learned some things about perspective from visiting his pictures. It is good to know you Rick."
24th May, 2011
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Jakes_World says:
"Ricko is like the chicken to my egg. Yes, that makes no sense but neither does he. Which is why I adore him. his photoes are awesome, and at times humorous and he has been a great pal in many groups.
Renaissance man, for real!"7th May, 2011
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panayοtis says:
"ricko offers me every day a big smile and a very important lesson: Not to be afraid to pass the limit. I hope that some day I will learn my lesson. In any case, I thank him deeply for supporting me while trying :-)"
13th April, 2011
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Jer*ry says:
"Ricko is the perfect antidote for visual overload brought on by too much of: "eye candy," narcissistic self portraits, cute animal shots, flower closeups, darling kiddie pics, etc. etc.
What a guy!"6th December, 2010
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Mig Bardsley says:
"Lots of people are clever, witty, subtle good photographers. Ricko is just out and out funny. And clever and a brilliant photographer. And a nice guy. You have to love him."
17th November, 2009
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nefoto... says:
"then i first time find Ricko photos on the Flickr...i laughing 2 days....its craziest photographer I've seen...keep going and make our life little bit cheerful:)"
2nd November, 2009
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Flamin' Mo says:
"ricko's photostream is awesome....he takes things...smushes them up...twists them around...and spits'em out into something that makes you smile..laugh...and think!....photography is supposed to be fun...and ricko's pictures help me do exactly that!!"
24th August, 2009
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Angel LaCanfora says:
"Ricko is the coolest Kansan I've ever not met through the Internet. His photos are some of the quirkiest, most imaginative and downright funny I've seen."
22nd May, 2009
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pizzo says:
"ricko is completely out of his mind. that's what makes him and his work so good. let's hope he never cuts off his ear for his art, but if he does I'm sure it will make for a smashing photo :)"
3rd March, 2009
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leesure says:
"It's said that he who dies with the most toys, wins. Well then, I have NO shot at winning. Ricko has a wonderful ability to find the fun and joy in everything. That kind of expression of happiness can only come from a deep happiness inside. That means he's already won."
3rd October, 2008
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Jeffrey Guterman says:
"Ricko's creativity lay in his ability to present the ordinary in extraordinary ways with an intentionality that is provocative and inspiring."
12th September, 2008
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lj_scampo says:
"mostly crazy :)"
6th September, 2008
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Lesstimeonlinein09 says:
"Quirky, punny, and sensitive shots compete for attention in a lively, intelligent and entertaining photostream. There's a lot to enjoy, observational shots, farcical setups, great family shots, and plenty of art for the serious-minded.
Courteous, cheerful and carnivorous, I can seriously say
"Congrats, Ricko.""13th August, 2008
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shiphome says:
"Rick is a brilliant photographer disguised as a mad man. He will photograph the most gorgeous landscape you will see, and then turn around and grab a shot of a toy Elvis dancing with the lunch lady. And trust me, you'll appreciate each of them for the brilliance that created them. Wild, diverse, amazing... I look forward to checking in on him every day.
Rick is the man!"10th August, 2008
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Robin Thom says:
"Rick is Flickr friend and a better photographer than me.
Unfortunately he is a desperate and deeply disturbed man
trying to balance the onslaught of love
from a devoted family
with a long suppressed Juvenile Toy Trauma.
JTT have allowed him to dominate me in The Unsafe.
Please send him money,
or if you must,
toy parts."31st July, 2008
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SKY✡VU says:
"..........and with an amazing collection of stamps to win friends and influence his uncle; with no attempts to shovel a glimpse into the ditch of what each one means.
A nice new Friend too~Thanks!"17th July, 2008
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indee• says:
"Flickr's funnest photog!
The man is brilliant."15th July, 2008
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sandelion says:
"I often find myself drawn to Ricko's stream when I am in need of a bit of cheering up. He has some of the funnest (yes I mean funnest) shots on Flickr. Along with his amazing ability to amuse, is some shots that are absolutely breathtaking!"
20th June, 2008
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dr ama says:
"A very talented photographer with a good eye for light & detail
Talking about the lighter side, his shots are second to none, show off his humorous approach to life & his unique perspectives"18th February, 2008
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Fade The Great says:
"When I grow up I want to be just like Ricko! His pictures make me see the world from a new perspective and never fail to put a smile on my face. =D See? I'm smiling now!"
14th January, 2008
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Lumberg the Loquacious Llama says:
"Rick has a great eye for the odd & different. His shots show imagination and contain a great cross section of Americana."
30th December, 2007
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CharlieBrown8989 says:
"Rick
I have never have a chance to meet him without the internet & www.flickr.com
He is a very kind & loving personality online. There is alots of bad experiences people have. But Rick is a great example of wanting to make Internet community trusted & honest place to network.
His images are great & he is great to help me in a few of my groups as the co-admin.
I appreciate your everything my friend...."30th March, 2006
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NATTY H says:
"Ricko has such a keen eye for quality photo opportunities. I think his photos are as cool as a cucumber!"
13th May, 2005
- Name:
- Rick Hebenstreit
- Joined:
- February 2005
- Hometown:
- St. Louis, Mo.
- Currently:
- Shawnee, Ks., USA
- I am:
- Male and Taken























