Meet the Artist
ARTIST BIO
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Precious Burger is a mixed media artist renowned for her vibrant, intuitive works exploring themes of resilience, transformation, and human connection. Based in Fairfax, VA, Precious creates from her "treehouse-like" studio, infusing her art with a sense of wonder and natural beauty.
After a distinguished 30-year career as an elementary art educator, Precious transitioned to professional artistry, embracing her creative calling with renewed passion. Her background in education informs her artistic practice, emphasizing the importance of process over product and the joy of creative discovery.
Precious's work has been showcased in solo and group exhibitions throughout the DC Metro area, including a solo show, “Calling All Angels,” and a joint exhibition, “A Perfect Duo: Two Artists’ Perspective of the World,” with her husband at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax Gallery in 2020 and 2023. She is represented by ArtRewards in Norway and serves as featured artist with the Circle Foundation for the Arts. Her art has graced the pages of various magazines, including Novum Artis, Artistonish, and Gallerium. As a member of the King Street Collective in Leesburg, VA, her work is displayed and sold along other creative vendors. Precious also serves as an Artist in Residence for Palette 22 in Shirlington, VA.
Committed to ongoing growth, Precious actively pursues professional development opportunities both in person and online. She completed the prestigious Creative Visionary Program by Art2Life's Nicholas Wilton in 2024 and maintains her artistic evolution through membership in the Art2Life Academy, a community of artists led by Wilton. Precious is a member of the Vienna Arts Society and Falls Church Arts associations.
Beyond her studio practice, Precious facilitates art experiences for adults, sharing her expertise and passion for creativity. She is dedicated to inspiring others to recognize their creative potential and find healing through artistic expression.
When not in the studio or leading classes, Precious enjoys spending time at the beach and wineries with her husband, Todd, where they can often be found creating art together. She also loves to write and publishes a weekly newsletter called, “Joyful Expressions”.
ARTIST STATEMENT
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In my art, personal narratives intertwine with universal themes, creating a visual language that speaks to the resilience of the human spirit and the wonder of the world around us. Rooted in the lush landscapes of West Virginia, where I spent my childhood immersed in nature, my work is infused with organic forms, vibrant colors, and a sense of wonder.
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I primarily work with acrylic paints, often incorporating mixed media elements to add depth and texture to my pieces. However, my curiosity and love of learning leads me to explore a wide variety of tools and mediums regularly.
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My style is bold, with expressive brushstrokes, vibrant color palettes, and dynamic compositions that blur the line between representation and abstraction. I employ a variety of techniques, including mark making for textural richness and glazing for luminosity to create a sense of history and awe.
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My artistic process is deeply intuitive. I will often start with a color or set of colors that speak to me but I sometimes begin a new piece or series with an emotional or thematic seed, allowing it to germinate and guide my creative decisions.
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As I work, I let each layer inform the next, embracing the unexpected turns and happy accidents that often lead to the most authentic expressions. This approach allows me to maintain a sense of playfulness and discovery throughout the creative journey, echoing the belief in the importance of process over product that I cultivated during my nearly three decades as an art educator.
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The themes in my work are profoundly influenced by my life experiences. A series inspired by the loss of a dear friend explored concepts of ascension and spiritual guardianship, resulting in over 50 works centered on angels and protective figures. My own journey with chronic illness has further shaped my artistic vision, infusing my pieces with themes of perseverance, transformation, and the triumph of the human spirit over adversity.
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Through my art, I aim to create a space for emotional resonance and reflection. Each piece serves as a visual story, inviting viewers to connect with their own narratives and experiences. I believe in the power of art to communicate beyond words, fostering a deep, empathetic understanding between artist and audience.
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My work is also a celebration of the creative spirit that resides in all of us. Drawing from my background in art education, I seek to inspire viewers to recognize their own creative potential and the resilience it can foster. By sharing my artistic journey, I hope to encourage others to embrace their own creativity as a source of joy, healing, and self-discovery.
Influenced by the Impressionists and contemporary abstract artists, my style has evolved to embrace both the beauty of the natural world and the complexity of human emotion. I find inspiration in the interplay of light and shadow, the rhythms of nature, and the myriad of ways in which our personal stories reflect universal experiences.
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In essence, my art is an ongoing exploration of what it means to be human in a world of both challenge and wonder. Through color, form, and texture, I invite viewers to join me on a journey of introspection and connection. My goal is not just to create visually compelling pieces, but to spark a dialogue about our shared experiences, our resilience, and the transformative power of creativity in our lives.
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WHERE TO FIND MORE INFO
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Info on when and where I will be and new art will be in my weekly newsletter! Make sure to sign up here for Joyful Expressions! Be in the know. ​
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Info can also be found on Instagram and Facebook @treehousestudiova