Enrolled Citizen of the Koasek Traditional Band of the Koas Abenaki Nation
Juried Artist since 2014
Shirly Hook serves on the Koasek Council of Chiefs, a former member of the Vermont Commission for Native American Affairs, an author, and artist.
Having grown with up two strong role models, her mother and grandmother, Shirly started sewing at a very young age.
Artist Statement
I am a self-taught artist, learning my skills from my mother and grandmother. I have been producing and selling my art for about 40 years. I prefer using natural or recycled materials in my work.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Exhibits
2019
Vermont Arts Council. Montpelier, VT.
2016
Parley and Protocol: Abenaki Diplomacy Past and Present. Fort Necessity National Battlefield, Farmington, PA.
2015
Parley and Protocol: Abenaki Diplomacy Past and Present. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. Vergennes, VT.
2014
Traditional Sources, Contemporary Visions – Invitational Group Art Exhibit. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, VT
Publications
My Bring Up 2019 Available on Amazon Click Here
Affiliations
Vermont Abenaki Artists Association