Enrolled Citizen of the Koasek Traditional Band of the Koas Abenaki Nation
Juried Artist since 2014
Shirly Hook serves on the Koasek Traditional Band of the Koas Abenaki Nation 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