Dank Burke

DBurke Designs, LLC - Custom Furniture, Jewelry and Keepsake Boxes

Artist Biography

Dan has dabbled in woodworking for over two decades, building bookcases and furniture in his various homes. He became a serious woodworker 13 years ago when he built a six-unit cherry bookcase, followed by learning the craft of jewelry and keepsake box building. For many years the boxes were produced for family and friends. After receiving a number of commissions for boxes and furniture he decided to start a small shop. He has learned from a variety of wonderful woodworkers including Richard Gordon, Stephen Proctor, and Oscar Wells. A juried member of Artisans United, Dan exhibits his work in the Packard Center, Annandale, VA and at the Gallery Exhibition, Richmond, VA.

Artist Statement

In working with wood, two basic concepts underlie the design of my work. I want to make pieces that one wants to touch and pieces that highlight the wood's grain. Thus, I use relatively simple designs based on squares, rectangles, and gentle curves. I also want to make pieces that are meant to be used rather than simply exhibited.

Contact: DBurkeDesigns@cox.net

Website: www.DBurkeDesigns.com