Welcome to Ric Genthe Photography
Welcome to the studio
Capturing the present. Reminiscing the past.
A Wisconsin-born illustrator and art director turned photographer, Ric captures the landscapes, history and hidden beauty of Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa.
Outside of photography, he enjoy trout fishing and watercolor painting, both of which keep me connected to the landscapes and heritage that inspire me. He is fortunate to share life with his wife, Sharon, and their adventurous golden retriever, Ruby, who often joins him on journeys to capture the Midwest through his lens. Above all, he hope his photographs convey the same feeling and spirit he experience in the moment they’re captured.
If you can’t find what you were looking for, please send a message; he have a large archive with thousands of pictures. Or, he can assist you in creating that special picture you have in mind. Just let him know… I enjoy a challenge.
Collections
Browse a small sampling of photographs from the studio’s most recent themed collections. These collections are available now for purchase, and gallery display! If there is a collection or subject that captures your eye, but you can’t find the perfect photo, don’t worry! Contact the studio to discuss your intrigue and interest – we’re sure the archives will have something (or Ric will work with you to capture a present moment).
To browse our extensive collections, order standard size prints, or order custom printed product, you can visit Ric Genthe’s work on Fine Art America.
Home for the Holidays
Reminisce in a simpler time – a time when families gathered around the wood stove at the grandparents’ farm, where warm holiday décor welcomes all. Classically paired farm life with holiday whimsey make this the perfect seasonal collection for a family room or waiting room.
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Christmas In Cooksville
Christmas In Cooksville
Christmas on the Farm
Christmas on the Farm
Christmas Bow, Wheel and Fence
Christmas Bow, Wheel and Fence
Wreath and Urban Barn
Wreath and Urban Barn
Backroad Treasures
We all find those diamonds in the rough when we take the road less traveled and this collection helps those moments shine. Abandoned bikes, bridges that see fewer cars and more free-spirited hikers, and waterwheel mills that have sat empty for decades are just a sampling of the collection’s work.
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Rock Run Bridge
Rock Run Bridge
Illinois Bike Basket and Field
Illinois Bike Basket and Field
Hydes Mill
Hydes Mill
Down on the Farm
A glimpse into the nostalgic time of farm-life, often throughout rural Wisconsin and Iowa. Buildings, machines and farm life are all complemented in the collection, helping create a holistic memory.
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John Deere Retired
John Deere Retired
Brutus
The Sentinel
The Sentinel
Bonnie
Planes Trains and Automobiles
The age of auto-motion is alive, and this collection captures the golden age of auto. Screaming war planes, close-ups of beautifully restored classics and majestic trains are just a glimpse into this collection.
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WWII P40 Flying Tiger
WWII P40 Flying Tiger
Wood Airplane Prop
Wood Airplane Prop
B29 Props
B29 Props
Early Dawn Patrol
Early Dawn Patrol
55 T-Bird
55 T-Bird
1946 Oldsmobile White and Blue Dash
1946 Oldsmobile White and Blue Dash
Garden Magic
Brilliantly vibrant blooms and lush greenery from a garden you can only imagine as your favorite green-thumb neighbor (or in-laws) are perfectly captured to highlight the flower power. This collection is sure to boost your spirits and make you smile.
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Flowers and Rain
Flowers and Rain
Flowers and Wooden Gate
Flowers and Wooden Gate
Flowers Rain and Sun
Flowers Rain and Sun
Nature and Wildlife
Mother Nature is fiercely beautiful, and this collection strives to capture the majestic beauty and strength. Wild scenes and bold animal actions culminate in a collection that brings life to the beauty of America. This collection is a 12-month photo montage that can warm any home, lobby, or office complex.
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Back Forty
Back Forty
Wolf Lake
Wolf Lake
Dark Skies
Dark Skies
Milkweed
Milkweed
Cranes in Autumn
Cranes in Autumn
On the Job
Industrial, commercial, nothing but demonstrated hardworking America. This collection captures the hardworking men and women doing some of the Midwest’s most dangerous and important agriculture jobs overlooked by most.
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Stretch to the Top
Finishing at Sunset
Finishing at Sunset
Guidance from Above
Guidance from Above
The Seasons
The Midwest still have four seasons (albeit sometimes four seasons in one day) and this collection captures nature’s beauty through all the seasons. From untouched whore frosted trees to golden-lined lumber lanes and wagons of days long past now used for autumn décor – this is a yearlong collection for the Midwest nature lover.
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Madison Henry Vilas Zoo
Madison Henry Vilas Zoo
Madison’s Owen Park
Madison’s Owen Park
Pumpkins for Sale
Pumpkins for Sale
Tenney Bridge Summer
Tenney Bridge Summer
Red Barn in the Winter
Red Barn in the Winter
Sympathy
A feeling of solitude shapes this collection, embracing your inner self to reflect on moments past. Whether you’re remembering the good or bad, these images may help you connect with memories of loved ones – those who have passed and those still with us.
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Lake Wingra Snow Tree and Bench
Lake Wingra Snow Tree and Bench
Immediate Seating
Immediate Seating
Lake Mendota Bench in the Winter
Lake Mendota Bench in the Winter
Ghost Walking
Madison Henry Vilas Zoo
Sugar River Trail
Sugar River Trail
About
Meet Ric Genthe
Ric was born and raised in the heart of Southwest Wisconsin, where he developed a deep appreciation for the clear trout streams, rolling hills, and rich history of the Driftless Region. After studying Commercial Art in Madison, he went on to enjoy a 40+ year career as an illustrator and art director, sharpening his eye for detail, design, and composition.
What began as a pastime in photography grew into a true passion during semi-retirement. Today, Ric devotes his time to capturing the landscapes, people, and stories of Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, and Iowa. His work often transforms simple moments or utilitarian projects into works of art, as first discovered when a client asked him to photograph agricultural businesses.
Drawn to the beauty of history, Ric frequently focuses his lens on weathered barns, forgotten tools, and relics once essential to daily life. His photography honors these subjects by capturing the present while evoking the past, inviting viewers to see grace and meaning in what time has worn down.
Beyond photography, Ric enjoys trout fishing and watercolor painting, both of which keep him connected to the land and heritage that inspire him. He shares life’s adventures with his wife, Sharon, and their fur-baby, Ruby, who often accompanies him on his journeys across the Midwest. Ric hopes every image he creates conveys the same feeling and spirit he experienced in the moment it was captured.
Events
Our Work
Exceptional images deserve exceptional presentation
This is just a small number of the exceptional photos and subjects I have captured over more than 40 years of embracing my passion. If you are interested in a specific subject, scene or topic – message me and we can talk or meet up to browse through my full collection – thousands of high-resolution photos ready to be hung on your wall to excite family, friends and visitors.
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Lake Wingra Snow Tree and Bench
Lake Wingra Snow Tree and Bench
Immediate Seating
Immediate Seating
Ghost Walking
Madison Henry Vilas Zoo
Lake Mendota Bench in the Winter
Lake Mendota Bench in the Winter
Sugar River Trail
Sugar River Trail
Madison Henry Vilas Zoo
Madison Henry Vilas Zoo
Madison’s Owen Park
Madison’s Owen Park
Pumpkins for Sale
Pumpkins for Sale
Tenney Bridge Summer
Tenney Bridge Summer
Red Barn in the Winter
Red Barn in the Winter
WWII P40 Flying Tiger
WWII P40 Flying Tiger
B29 Props
B29 Props
1946 Oldsmobile White and Blue Dash
1946 Oldsmobile White and Blue Dash
55 T-Bird
55 T-Bird
Early Dawn Patrol
Early Dawn Patrol
Christmas Bow, Wheel and Fence
Christmas Bow, Wheel and Fence
Cranes in Autumn
Cranes in Autumn
Milkweed
Milkweed
Dark Skies
Dark Skies
Wolf Lake
Wolf Lake
Back Forty
Back Forty
Guidance from Above
Guidance from Above
Finishing at Sunset
Finishing at Sunset
Stretch on the Top
Stretch on the Top
Wood Airplane Prop
Wood Airplane Prop
Wreath and Urban Barn
Wreath and Urban Barn
Christmas on the Farm
Christmas on the Farm
Flowers and Wooden Gate
Flowers and Wooden Gate
Flowers and Rain
Flowers and Rain
Flowers Rain and Sun
Flowers Rain and Sun
Brutus
Brutus
The Sentinel
The Sentinel
Bonnie
Bonnie
John Deere Retired
John Deere Retired
Hydes Mill
Hydes Mill
Message the studio
Looking to add a specific photograph to your collection or just need help finding a photo that you just can’t seem to find here? Don’t worry! Message Ric and see what his extensive portfolio has to offer.
Interested in showcasing Ric’s work in your gallery, cafe or shop?
We’d love to connect! We are happy to partner with creative, energetic business owners throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest to create curated collections, as well as sell the creative pieces Ric makes.