A native of Mobile, Alabama, Loretta came into the art jewelry world through the squeaky back door. Loretta's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Alabama gives her respect for structure, design and the work process. Her openness to new ideas allows her to embellish an eminently functional design with flair and romance. In addition to her technical training in wire and beads, Loretta has studied the timeless "lore of the stones" extensively and works this into most of her studio work.
Loretta is a Level II Certified Artisan in Metal Clay. Her art jewelry, heirloom rosaries and beaded gifts may be seen in Morton Street Gallery, Mary Regina Catholic Store (Sugar Land) and J Loggins Jewelers (Sugar Land).