Rick Adleman, a Colorado artist, is renowned for his focus on the nature and history of the Southwest United States. His illustrations in the scientific description of the dinosaur Utahraptor ostrommaysorum have garnered him widespread recognition. His work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Time magazine and the New York Times, and can be found in both public and private collections in the United States and Mexico.
Adleman honed his skills under the guidance of esteemed artists like Dick Doherty, Don Meyers, Robert T. Bakker, Ph.D., and George Callison. With a wealth of experience as a scientific illustrator at Dinamation International Society from 1992 to 1999, as well as a freelance artist since 1985, Adleman has established himself as a seasoned professional in the art world.
Throughout his career, Adleman has participated in numerous exhibitions, including the nationally juried 2019 FOUND: A CMU Alumni Art & Design Show at 437CO Gallery in Grand Junction, CO. His work has also been showcased at events like Dinosaur Day at Dinosaur Journey in Fruita, CO, and the Artist’s Alpine Holiday juried show by the Ouray County Arts Association.
With accolades such as being named in the Mobile Art Academy National Top 100 at the mDAC Summit in 2017, it is evident that Adleman's talent has been widely celebrated. His work can be found in esteemed collections like the Dinosaur Journey Museum, Colorado Mesa University, and the Museums of Western Colorado. For those looking to add a touch of the Southwest to their home or office decor, prints of Adleman's captivating illustrations are available for purchase.