Lynn Burnette, Sr. was born north of Mission, South Dakota on the Rosebud Indian Reservation.  From an early age, he began to sketch whenever he could when he was not busy with chores or learning the skills of ranching.  Entering adulthood, he was a rodeo cowboy and rancher working on several cattle ranches in different parts of the west.  He still sketched from time to time but did not realize his passion for art until later in life.  Lynn’s grandfather was a tremendous influence on his life and would always share stories or teach him of past history.  That, mixed with his passion for creativity and self-expression, fuels his artwork.  He now resides in Loveland, Colorado.