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Philip Burke() (b. 1956 in Buffalo, New York) may be best known for his vivid caricatures() that adorned the pages of ''Rolling Stone'' magazine for almost a decade. Burke's work extends beyond the likes of contemporary musicians; often serving as a chronicle of the political and social undercurrent on the pages of ''Vanity Fair'', ''Time'', ''Vogue'' or ''The New Yorker'' to name a few. His original works, mainly in oil, encompass canvases from 40 inches to 12 feet in length. His subject matter has included rock performers, royalty, newsworthy politicos and entertainers from all over the globe. his work can also be viewed in the traveling Rock & Roll Hall of Fame exhibit, featured galleries throughout the US and on occasion in a "live painting" where the artist himself embellishes original or limited edition reproductions of his art. == Life == Burke was born in Buffalo, New York in 1956. His first dabbling with caricatures date back to 1971, while a high school sophomore. Philip left Buffalo for the University of Toronto in 1974 where he drew caricatures for the University newspaper during his time there. Although he lost interest in academics, he packed up his portfolio and headed for New York City to pursue a career as an illustrator. Living in the West Village, he began drawing pen and ink caricatures for the ''Village Voice'' and various other publications. In 1982 Burke was shifting gears and began painting with oils. He signed an exclusive contract with the newly formed ''Vanity Fair'' magazine. A year later, Burke returned to his home-town, Buffalo, New York where he got married and started a family. By 1989 Burke's fun and colorful renditions of contemporary musicians began being featured on the pages of ''Rolling Stone'' magazine. Each month the table of contents would showcase a Philip Burke interpretation of the person behind the music. In the late 90’s, Burke's work would adorn the covers of ''Time'' magazine, and continues to garnish the pages of ''The New Yorker'', ''Vogue'' and ''GQ''. Burke's work has been exhibited in a unique partnership with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame() in Cleveland, Ohio. The exhibit, The Color of Rock: The Art of Philip Burke, was on view at the Rock Hall from November 2006 - April 2007. The exhibit now travels throughout the United States. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Philip Burke」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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