About the Artist

Loretta Loy-Adair is an oil painter whose early inspiration stems from her family’s rich artistic heritage.  Residing in the picturesque wine country of Northern California for many years, Loretta has discovered inspiration and solitude within the stunning landscapes of the region.  While Loretta’s artistic repertoire encompasses a wide array of subjects, her primary focus has centered around the art of painting en plein air (on location). This discipline seamlessly compliments her studio paintings, where she paints still life.

Loretta is most intrigued by direct painting, not only because it is challenging, but also she feels that the immediacy exposes the true emotion of the artist when making the visual connection.  Her hope is to capture and convey the essence and soul of her subjects in seizing a moment in time.  Ultimately, Loretta aspires to impart a sense of peace and happiness to those who view her work.

Loretta has been painting for over 30 years.  Her works have been sold in prominent galleries in the San Francisco Bay Area, including Napa, Sonoma, and San Francisco.

Juried Shows:

Sonoma Valley Museum of Art’s 2007 Juried Biennial Show. (“Trixie” The Sebastiani Theater Ticket Taker)

2016 and 2017 Carmel Plein Air Competitions.

Studio Gallery, SF

First guest artist at Sonoma Museum Artwalk

California Art Club “City by the Bay” juried show (Studio Gallery)

Solo Show -“Vista Voyage” Solo show curated by Desta Gallery, Mill Valley

Solo Show - “In the Moment” - Steve Rogers Gallery, Yountville, CA, September 2025

Articles:
57 Degree Magazine - Fall 2025 Edition
“Painting Feeds Her Soul”
By Rebekah Moan