Philip Burke Illustrator, Bio, Wiki, Age, Wife, Salary, and Net Worth

Philip Burke Bio | Wiki

Philip Burke is a popular American illustrator who is the creator of the caricatures that have flaunted the pages of Rolling Stone magazine for more than two decades.

Previously, Philip worked as a chronicle of the political and social undercurrent on the pages of Rolling Stone, New Yorker, New York Observer, Suddeutscher Zeitung, Vanity Fair, Time as well as Vogue among others. Philip’s original works, mainly in oil, encircle canvasses from 40 inches to 12 feet in length. Philip’s subject matter includes rock performers, royalty, newsworthy politicos, plus entertainers from all over the world.

While living in the West Village, Philip started drawing pen and ink caricatures for the Village Voice and many other publications. In 1982 Philip was changing gears and started painting with oils. He penned a personal contract with the newly created Vanity Fair magazine.

Philip Burke Age

Philip was born in 1956, in Buffalo, New York, in the United States. He is 67 years old.

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Philip Burke Height

He is a man of above-average stature. Philip stands at a height of 5 ft 9 in (Approx 1.75 m).

Philip Burke Family

He was born in Buffalo, New York, raised in a strict Catholic home, and became baptized by his great uncle Buffalo Bishop Burke. Philip’s debut dabbling with caricatures was in 1971, while a high school sophomore.

Philip Burke Wife

Philip is married to his wife whose name is not disclosed. The two married in 1983. At the moment, Philip has not disclosed any details regarding either his wife or if he has children.

Philip Burke Education

After completing his primary and high school education, Philip went to the University of Toronto in 1974. While there, Philip drew caricatures for the university newspaper. Although Philip lost interest in academics, he moved to New York City to learn a career as an illustrator.

Philip Burke Illustrator

He works as the creator of the caricatures that have flaunted the pages of Rolling Stone magazine for more than two decades. He is also an artist whose tenure has been chosen for shows and exhibits by artist’s organizations including the Society of Illustrators, the Society of Publication Design as well as Society of Newspaper Design. His artwork has been featured in many books, such as The Savage Mirror in 1993 and Rolling Stone; The Illustrated Portraits in 2000.

In 2002, Philip’s interest in rock and roll was shown in an eight-foot guitar on which he portrayed Pete Townshend on one side and Shirley Manson on the other. The guitar, which became Rolling Stone’s entry into Cleveland’s Guitar Mania exhibit, became dubbed “Smash Hit” and presented upside down, being held by steel arms about to smash it to the floor.

Philip Burke Salary

He earns a satisfying amount from his work as a creator of the caricatures that have flaunted the pages of Rolling Stone magazine for more than two decades. Philip’s average salary is $89,789 per year.

Philip Burke Net Worth

Philip gets his wealth from his work as a creator of the caricatures that have flaunted the pages of Rolling Stone magazine for more than two decades. Therefore, Philip has accumulated a decent fortune over the years. Philip’s estimated net worth is $897,867.

How Old Is Philip Burke

Philip is a 67-year-old who was born in 1956, in Buffalo, New York, in the United States.

Is Philip Burke Married

Yes, Philip is married to his wife whose name is not disclosed. The two married in 1983. At the moment, Philip has not disclosed any details regarding either his wife or if he has children.

Who Is Philip Burke

Philip works as a creator of the caricatures that have flaunted the pages of Rolling Stone magazine for more than two decades. Previously, Philip worked as a chronicle of the political and social undercurrent on the pages of Rolling Stone, New Yorker, New York Observer, Suddeutscher Zeitung, Vanity Fair, Time as well as Vogue among others.

Philip Burke Social Media Handles

Instagram – burkephilip