Fine Art Pyrography Like You've Never Seen Before
Investing countless hours into each piece, Courtney Burke defies convention with her distinctive mixed-media approach. Seamlessly blending traditional pyrography (woodburning) with rich oil painting, she creates intricate, one-of-a-kind works that push the boundaries of texture and depth. Her process also incorporates hand-drawn elements, gilding, foil embellishments, and acrylic painting, setting her apart from the ordinary.
What Inspires My Artwork
"My artwork is deeply personal, shaped by the beauty of everyday life and the emotions tied to memory. My body inspires me—its strength, its movement, its history. Little still-life vignettes, composed of objects that hold stories and evoke nostalgia, captivate me. My children are a constant source of inspiration, reflecting both the present and the echoes of my own childhood. Love, in all its forms, fuels my creativity.
I am drawn to the fleeting, imperfect beauty of flash and film photography, the way water moves and transforms, and the quiet magic found in normalcy, Americana, and simplicity. Sports and movement—exercise as play, as empowerment—connect me back to my body and to childhood in a way that is full of joy and possibility. My work is a celebration of capability, memory, and the small, meaningful moments that shape us."
About
Courtney Burke is an artist based in Virginia, creating work that blends different styles, from detailed pyrography and pencil sketch realism to Renaissance-inspired portraits, impressionist painting, and Rococo ornamentation. Her art is shaped by her life experiences, evolving over time to capture the emotions and stories of each chapter. This ever-changing approach makes every collection unique and deeply personal.
Always by hand
Never Machine
Courtney's original pyrography is entirely handcrafted, created without the use of laser engravers or printing machines.