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Richard Shorty is Northern Tutchone First Nations hailing from Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. He began painting in 1981 initially learning Northwest Coast design from books and then later from other artists after moving to Victoria, BC, in 1983.
Richard Shorty's Background
Richard Shorty's Inspiration
Richard Shorty's Background
In the early 1980’s, Richard started painting West Coast Native design and soon developed his own distinct, style, using the wildlife form of the animal and adding his native design on the inside of the form.
Richard Shorty's Medium
Richard Shorty's Inspiration
Richard Shorty's Background
Today, Richard is one of the most sought after Native artists, with works throughout many galleries. He is very versatile, working on drums, paddles, masks, rattles in addition to his paintings. His pieces are collected internationally.
Richard Shorty's Inspiration
Richard Shorty's Inspiration
Richard Shorty's Inspiration
In the early 1980’s, Richard started painting West Coast Native design and soon developed his own distinct, style, using the wildlife form of the animal and adding his native design on the inside of the form.