"The greatest inspiration for my work comes from the union I feel with the natural world. I am constantly exploring outside, studying my surroundings as the ever-changing sky illuminates my environment. I find the nuances so compelling, not only in their intricate beauty, but in the ways they connect to the big picture. Through my work, I wish to celebrate the smallest details in nature and the significant roles they play in the larger expanse."
Kate Burgau was raised as a military child and had lived on both coasts, but spent the majority of her time in the Northern Midwest. She spent her earliest years in a remote area of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and that kindled a love for exploring outdoors. Kate received a BFA in Illustration from Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wisconsin in 2002, and has since lived in the Southwestern Desert, the Pacific Northwest, and the Northern Midwest. She is currently residing and creating in the beautiful state of Maine where she spends as much time as possible caring for her plants, learning about animals, and heading to the mountains and water by foot, bike, or canoe.
Inquiries: kateburgauart@gmail.com