Ryker is a multidisciplinary artist, writer, designer, and storyteller whose practice spans mixed media, photography, painting, installations, video, and digital media. He is an Olympia-based working artist and freelance graphic designer with more than 20 years of experience working with a variety of clients, including nonprofits, Fortune 400 companies, and major brands across the U.S.
Ryker believes in the power of art to heal, transform, and build communities and relationships. His fine art is rooted in concept and storytelling, inviting viewers to reflect on themselves, their connections, and their relationship with nature. As a designer and art director, he is passionate about supporting clients with robust sustainability initiatives, strong environmental stewardship, and a commitment to building greater inclusion and diversity within their organizations and marketing practices. His work can be seen at RykerBlackDesign.com and RykerBlackStudio.com.