Adirondack Charcoal Artist
S H A Y D E R U S S O
Andia-ta-roc-te
I call this artwork "Andia-ta-roc-te" which means "lake that shuts itself in" by the Native Americans in the Lake George area in the 1700s.
The Deer represents gentleness, the Bear represents strength and the Owl represents wisdom.
These three attributes are what every soul should honor within themselves.
*Charcoal & Graphite on Bristol, 46"x48" custom framed,
300+ hours
And-Ta-Roc-Te is displayed at Tushita Heaven in Glens Falls, NY.
"Adia-ta-roc-te"
35"x38" Pencil/Charcoal, 2019
Spirit of the Adirondacks
The 'Spirit of the Adirondacks' captures the beauty of nature that I see every single day living in the mountains. It represents the richness of mother earth and the Native American tribes who called this place home centuries ago. Each animal totem offers different meanings such as strength, wisdom, gentleness and loyalty.
*Charcoal & Graphite on Bristol, 35"x38" custom framed,
200 hours
-Winner of 2017 North Country Arts Council "Expressions" Juried Art Show.
"Spirit of the Adirondacks"
35"x38" Pencil/Charcoal, 2018
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