Southern Tutchone artist, Richard Shorty, was born in 1959, and was raised in Whitehorse, Yukon. Richard moved to Vancouver in 1978 where he began his career as a graphic artist, while painting portraits of rock stars, and wildlife.
In 1981 he changed his focus to a more identifiably First Nation's style. With his unique blending of realism with native design, he captures the true beauty of his subjects.
Richard is a versatile artist having worked on drums, paddles, masks and rattles. His pieces are found in major collections throughout Canada.