Animal Spirits are images inspired by nature and a deep understanding of the connection with Spirit Northwest artist Sue Coccia lives in Edmonds, Washington. She enjoys creating images with meanings drawn from her studies of the beliefs of indigenous people of the world. Animal totems represent a deep spirituality, and by beginning to understand animal’s qualities and traits, we can learn from them. Sue’s Grandmother’s Grandmother was Native American, and that tiny bit of heritage has had a large influence on her art. Indigenous art, and its relationship with the animal world has also influenced Sue’s unique style. A deep love of all animals was instilled at a very young age.