Jonathan Burger creates art in a variety of mediums, including metal, wood, concrete, and paint. He alternates his studio time between conceptual work and functional pieces, and takes a variety of commissions from public and private entities. Much of his conceptual works focus of concepts from metaphysics and epistemology, examining aspects of human thought about itself.

Outside of studio time Jonathan works as the Executive Director for Craven Arts Council & Gallery, and enjoys spoiling his dogs with his wife artist Rachel Pettigrew Burger. He also teaches classes in woodworking and welding for Shop Class New Bern.