Description
The Herbert "Herb" Quick Collection, 1931-2006, documents the career of egalitarian Herbert Quick as a California photographer
and instructor of photography at the University of Riverside, California.
Background
Herbert Quick was born in Manistique, Michigan in 1925. In the early 1930s at the age of six he developed an affinity for
photography, which is demonstrated through his depictions of the Seils-Sterling Circus. However, in 1943 he put photography
on hold to serve in the United States Navy. Quick received the American Campaign and Good Conduct medals for his service in
World War II.
Restrictions
Copyright has been assigned to the UCR/California Museum of Photography. All requests for permission to publish or quote from
manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the Curator of Collections.
Availability
Collection is open for research, by appointment.