Dennis Shorty

Dennis Shorty, ( Gah Sa’ze , meaning rabbit’s nephew ) is a member of the Wolf Clan, Kaska people and considered as a Yukon First Nation Master Carver. He also paints in acrylic and oil on canvas.
He was born and raised in the beautiful Ross River area. Dennis grew up speaking Kaska and spent a lot of time with his grandfather and his father, who were very spiritual people. His grandfather and father carved in wood and antler and this tradition is carried on by Dennis. This is also Dennis’ spiritual connection. He carves using many materials that come from nature in and around his traditional territory. This gives Dennis’ work a true connection with the land and the spiritual world, a connection he uses in creating his artwork.