Hi @bdmillergallery.  You created a lovely painting of the bamboo. I also like your pictures of the bamboo where they grow in your state. Didn't realize it grew in New Jersey. Thanks for the additional information about this invasive plant.  

I live in Texas. Although there is one species native to parts of Texas, the bamboo isn't normally a native species here. I remember growing up, my parents called it "cane".  There were several areas we would visit in Southwest Texas where bamboo would be lined along with rural highway where creeks ran.

Later in life I learned one kind of bamboo here is called "running". It is extremely invasive and can literally push anything out of its way.

Appreciate your sharing this information.