Laura Burke, born in 1992 in Portland, Oregon, currently resides in Brooklyn, New York. Her work is renowned for its nostalgic, colorful, and quirky style, which gives her paintings a unique charm. Burke treats the objects in her paintings as characters in scenes glimpsed by the viewer, acting as both lovers and friends, capturing intimate moments that resonate deeply. Her creations are heavily influenced by distant memories and a fascination with art history, exploring the vital role memory plays in shaping our perception of the world around us.