Kathy Burk

I never thought that designing a lamp would evolve into such a passion for me. I have an extensive fine art background including a BFA in Interior Design. While practicing commercially, I never found lighting that enhanced the interior. So, I designed a floor lamp. While visiting the local stained-glass store to learn how to make the shade, I was immediately enchanted by many colors and textures of glass. This discovery was the beginning of my new career as a glass artist.”

In 2002, Kathy began a small business in a suburb of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Modern Relics was a series of complimentary artwork for both residential and commercial spaces. The designs included custom lighting and small furniture, as well as mosaic collage for your walls, and decorative mosaic vases and hurricanes. Kathy began experimenting with kiln-formed glass which caused the business and artwork to evolve.

Today, from her studio in Sheridan MT, Kathy Burk is a glass artist. The fused glass designs are abstracted representations of the many textures, movement, depth and vibrant color found in the geology and natural environment of the West. Since 2015, Kathy has participated in “Inspired by Yellowstone” visiting artist program in Yellowstone National Park, has been published in Western Art and Architecture, Mosaic Arts International and Whitefish Review. Artwork can be found in various galleries across Montana, the Northwest and at www.kathyburk.com.