Rick Herter, Excellence in Artistic Documentation of Aviation History
After graduating from Spring Arbor University with a B.A. in art in 1984, he cultivated his artistic skills and began working in the commercial art and illustration arena. Rick’s first commemorative air show poster won a national award and the following season, the artist was commissioned to create work for shows in Pittsburgh, Denver and Cleveland. In 1987 Rick was invited to become a participating artist in the elite Air Force Art Program. The AFAP, under the office of the Secretary of the Air Force, was created in the 1950’s using the talents of select artists to document Air Force activities and history worldwide.
Rick has generously granted the AFHF access to his art for Journal, Newsletter, and website uses. The 2024 Summer Journal Special Edition featured Rick’s art in a wonderful 20 page historic essay.