Artwork copyright Carol Snow. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1986.

Artwork copyright Carol Snow. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.

Acoma Deer, 1984

Carol Snow
(American | Seneca Nation, born 1943, died 2025)

Location: Clallam Bay Corrections Center, Clallam Bay

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Acoma Deer is a subtle and graphic embossed print, created by Seneca artist Carol Snow in Spokane, Washington.

This artwork is part of Beyond Blue Mountains, a collection that was curated by late Tlingit (Native Alaskan) artist Jim Schoppert. It presents the work of Native American artists of diverse heritage, ideas, materials, and styles. The collection takes an in-depth look at the artists’ unique voices and interpretations of tradition.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Department of Corrections.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Native American artist Carol Snow (Seneca, 1943-2025) creates paintings, prints, and mixed media artworks that explore animal symbolism. In her own words, "The animal spirits have many lessons to teach us. I know that I am guided by the spirits of the animals that I paint; it is their message that you read."

Carol Snow grew up on the Alleghany reservation in New York State. She earned a bachelor's degree in zoology from Syracuse University and a master's degree in zoology and physiology from the University of Wyoming. During that time, she was a falconer and raised coyotes to study. Later she worked with a wild horse sanctuary.