Works of HeART: Winter Garden photographer Jon Burket

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The mission of the Winter Garden Art Association is to showcase, encourage and celebrate individual creativity and artistic expression among local artists.

This month, meet Winter Garden photographer Jon Burket.

How long have you been creating?

Professionally since 2021

What is your favorite medium?

Photography

What are some favorite themes in your artwork?

I love to shoot wildlife, and bald eagles are my favorite subjects. But I also enjoy capturing landscapes, historic Winter Garden, European cities and anything else that catches my eye.

Why is it important for you to express yourself through art?

I have always enjoyed spending time in nature, and photography allows me to share my passion with others. For many of my most memorable encounters or experiences, I was the only one around and couldn't believe nobody else had taken the time to go out and enjoy the same scene. Whether it is a flock of birds crossing a vivid rainbow or a bald eagle perched with a full moon rising behind it, I love to capture unique moments in time and freeze them for eternity. Seeing others react to and enjoy my work is very fulfilling.

Do you have any formal art education?

I don't have any formal photography education.

Who is your favorite famous artist and why?

I can't pinpoint a specific photographer that is my favorite because I have never studied photography in that way. But I grew up dreaming of someday being a National Geographic photographer, travelling the world and capturing epic moments, so I admire anyone who has been able to make that happen.

In which notable places has your artwork been displayed?

SOBO Art Gallery, Healthy West Orange building, Winter Garden City Hall, Healthy West Orange Arts and Heritage Center at the Town of Oakland, National Wildlife Federation greeting cards and Sony Alpha Instagram page.

In which museum (worldwide) would you most like to see your artwork displayed?

The Natural History Museum of London

Have you received any accolades and awards?

Nothing significant yet, but I hope to find more time to submit my work for consideration in the future.

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Amy Quesinberry Price

Community Editor Amy Quesinberry Price was born at the old West Orange Memorial Hospital and raised in Winter Garden. Aside from earning her journalism degree from the University of Georgia, she hasn’t strayed too far from her hometown and her three-mile bubble. She grew up reading The Winter Garden Times and knew in the eighth grade she wanted to write for her community newspaper. She has been part of the writing and editing team since 1990.