Valerie Burkes

Valerie Burkes, a self-taught artist based in Houston, Texas, has been creating since the age of eight and embarked on her professional journey in 2008. Her inaugural show, curated by the Museum of Fine Arts Houston for the 5A Citywide Art Exhibition, set the stage for an exciting career dedicated to honoring the evolution of everyday, under-represented individuals within the African American community. Valerie's work, described as figurative abstract art, weaves together personal stories and cultural narratives. Through her use of paintings and mixed media, she captures the essence of her subjects, celebrating their resilience, beauty, and contributions to society. Her art is characterized by bold colors, dynamic compositions, and intricate textures that draw viewers into a deeper understanding of the subjects she portrays. Valerie's work has been showcased at esteemed venues such as Houston's City Hall, Rice University, and the African American Museum Dallas, reflecting her evolving artistic vision.

Self-taught

2025 Legacy Lives Here, Project Row Houses
2025 100 Emerging Women Artists, Arts To Hearts
2025 Fade to Black Arts, MATCH Houston
2025 Descendants, Blue Prolific Studios
2025 Carroll Harris Simms National Black Art Exhibition, African American Museum Dallas
2024 The Portrait Show, Hardy & Nance Studios
2023 The Big Show, Lawndale Art Center
2023 Black and White Art Show, Hardy & Nance Studios
2021 The Big Show, Lawndale Art Center
2018 Of Women Continues Art Exhibition, Community Artists’ Collective
2015 Juneteenth Celebration, Missouri City Community Center
2013 Art Diversity: Celebrating the Dream Exhibit and Artist Talk , Art Hub Gallery
2013 Spacetaker’s Winter Art Market, Winter Street Studios
2012 Museum of Fine Arts Houston 5A Citywide Art Exhibition, Community Artists’ Collective 2012 Spacetaker’s Winter Art Market, Winter Street Studios
2011 Spacetaker’s Winter Art Market, Winter Street Studios
2010 Spacetaker’s Winter Art Market, Winter Street Studios
2010 Houston City Hall Annex Art on Loan Project, Houston City Hall
2009 Museum of Fine Arts Houston 5A Citywide Art Exhibition
Houston Central Library
Rice University, Farnsworth Pavilion
Texas Southern University, University Museum
2008 Houston Artists in City Hall...