Lillian "Lilly" (Fellows) Burgos
Ceramic Artist | Professional Chef | Consultant Bristol, CT |
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics (Candidate) Hartford Art School, University of Hartford
Minors: Art History and Psychology
Key Skills: Wheel-throwing, high-relief sculpture, Majolica glazing, kiln operations.
Selected Artistic Exhibitions & Projects
Bespoke Installation: "Fairy Glen Chandelier" | 2026
A custom lighting piece featuring cascading stoneware and integrated fiber optics.
"commUNITY" Exhibition | 2025
Hartford Art School, West Hartford, CT.
Internship: The Carousel Museum | 2024 – 2025
Bristol, CT
Assisted with preservation and exhibit coordination within a historic cultural institution.
Professional Experience
Culinary Consultant & Professional Chef | 2001 – Present
25 years of experience in high-end culinary arts and private consulting.
Specializing in recipe development, kitchen management, and wellness-focused nutrition.
Expertise in balancing aesthetic presentation with functional efficiency.
Freelance Designer & Consultant | Ongoing
Specializing in interior styling that integrates "New England charm" and "Modern Farmhouse" aesthetics within historic architecture.
Technical Skills
Ceramics: Hand-building, advanced wheel-throwing, high-relief sculptural techniques, and complex glazing (Majolica).
Culinary: Menu engineering, kitchen design, and dietary-specific consulting.
Design: Historic home preservation, interior styling, and spatial planning.
Community & Heritage
Professional Affiliations: Hartford Art School community.
Personal Background: Eldest of eight in a family of artists; dedicated to craftsmanship and heritage-based storytelling.