ESTELLA LORETTO Bio

 

ESTELLA LORETTO is currently the only Native American woman working in monumental bronze sculpting. She is recognized internationally as one of the finest sculptors living today. Her sculptures have an essence of strength, grace and serenity. Her genuine spiritual nature defines her commitment to integrity and authenticity in her art and in her life.

LORETTO was born into a world of artistic tradition which started in the Pueblo of Jemez. Leaving the Pueblo at the age of 15, she spread her wings to explore other cultures around the world. Her curiosity and desire for adventure took her to Europe, Nepal, Japan and Australia, to mention a few.

She has studied and trained with many mentors, including her mother but most notably Allan Houser, who encouraged and lead her to monumental sculpture.

Today, LORETTO is sculpting on a smaller scale, making exquisite wearable art.


Artist Statement

“To be able to create beauty with my hands is a gift; it is an honor for me to be an artist. My art is inspired by nature, and the beauty of life’s unfolding. My art is stylized, colorful, and contemporary, rooted in but not confined by my cultural traditions.

I see the making of art as a process that entails a sincere and beautiful way of communicating with the Great Spirit.

I like the freedom of creative expression without boundaries and limitations, yet achieving art that is serene, balanced, harmonious, and graceful.”

– Estella Loretto

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