Rick Ruggles

Rick Ruggles sidestepped his college geology studies to launch a career as a designer and builder of energy-efficient homes. Following 12 years in that field, Rick made another dramatic career turn and began designing metal jewelry, belts, and home accessories (www.rickruggles.com), now displayed in galleries, retail stores, and specialty catalogs across the country. It was during this time that the Found Heart collection was born. Today, Rick's "heart art" series encompasses natural as well as...See more

Rick Ruggles sidestepped his college geology studies to launch a career as a designer and builder of energy-efficient homes. Following 12 years in that field, Rick made another dramatic career turn and began designing metal jewelry, belts, and home accessories (www.rickruggles.com), now displayed in galleries, retail stores, and specialty catalogs across the country. It was during this time that the Found Heart collection was born. Today, Rick's "heart art" series encompasses natural as well as urban and architectural images, and even heart-shaped foods. He lives in Washington, D.C. See less