Jack Burns graduated in 2024 with a BFA in Graphic Design and a Minor in Printmaking and English from Drake University in Des Moines, IA.
Originally from Chicago, IL, Jack has spent most of his life creating art. A pivotal moment in his career as an artist came during his sophomore year of high school, where he took his first printmaking class. This spurred a keen interest in printmaking, which he continued to take for the next 2 years of high school and 4 semesters in college, resulting in a printmaking minor. While printmaking is his favorite medium, he’s also created works in digital illustration, sculpture, drawing, painting and hand-drawn animation. His identity as a runner, writer, music & film lover, and friend have all influenced his artwork over the years.
Exhibition History
2024, Art Directors Association of Iowa’s 66th Exhibition, Curate, Des Moines, IA
2024, 53rd Juried Student Exhibition, Anderson Gallery, Des Moines, IA
2024, United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Art Exhibition,
Nelson Student Research Symposium, Drake University, Des Moines, IA
2022, 51st Juried Student Exhibition, Anderson Gallery, Des Moines, IA
Awards & Honors
2024, Award of Excellence in Online/Interactive, Art Directors Association of Iowa’s 66th Exhibition, Curate, Des Moines, IA
2024, Provost Purchase Award, 53rd Juried Student Exhibition, Anderson Gallery, Des Moines, IA
2023, Nominated for Judy Smith Memorial Award, Drake University
Publications
2024, Periphery Art and Literary Journal Ed. 61
