Doug Burgess

Doug Burgess's interest in photography began in 1977 with a college elective that grew into a lifelong pursuit. Coming after an aimless childhood, photography gave Burgess purpose and a clear direction that has never failed him. The craft of photography, of creating images that express his emotions and inner feelings, is as important to him as the final image, the process from camera to print as a single experience. His ultimate goal is the creation of images that accord with his inner vision and resonate with the subconscious of others.

Burgess's early work shows an exploratory vision, yet one that strives to find beauty in the commonplace. In recent years his eye has sharpened and his vision has become more acute as a result of family crisis. Themes of devastation and hope, fragility and endurance, chaos and order, the struggle of good over evil pervade his current efforts.

Doug Burgess currently resides in central Virginia with his wife and three daughters.