Fiber Art of Loretta Alvarado
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Loretta Alvarado

A little bit about me.

I have always been fascinated by fabric. When I was very young I used to make outfits for all my stuffed animals with the toy Singer sewing machine that I received for Christmas one year. (I wish I still had that sewing machine!)

I have also always been interested in science. So, I became an engineer. I worked at the Jet Propulsion Lab for many years, but alas, that career was not to be.

Whether by accident or the hand of fate, I became an artist. As an artist, not only am I able to fully express my inner vision, but I am able to use many of my technical skills.

The art that I create requires not just knowing what color to use, but a significant amount of planning, and thought.
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My Favorite Art Show

I've been showing my artwork at the Laguna Art-A-Fair Festival for more years than I care to admit. I have really enjoyed my summers there. And If you are an artist interested in becoming part of this wonderful show, here is a video showing my top 10 reasons for becoming an artist at the Laguna Art-A-Fair Festival.

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Art and Craft Show Schedule

Here is where I was in 2019:
  • March 2-3 - Litchfield Park Spring Art & Wine Festival
    Litchfield Park, AZ
  • June 3 - Studio Arts Festival, Irvine, CA
  • June 28 - September 1 - Art-A-Fair Festival, Laguna Beach, CA
  • November 8-9 - Irvine Holiday Faire (tentative)
    Irvine Fine Arts Center
    14321 Yale Ave., Irvine, CA
  • November 23, 24, 29 & 30  
    December  1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22
    Sawdust Winter Fantasy, Laguna Beach, CA
Here is where I was in 2018:
  • June 29 - September 2 - Art-A-Fair Festival, Laguna Beach, CA
  • November 2-3 - Irvine Holiday Faire
    Irvine Fine Arts Center
    14321 Yale Ave., Irvine, CA
  • December 1 - Christmas Boutique
    Presbyterian Church of the Master
    26051 Marguerite Parkway
    Mission Viejo, CA 92692

Here is where I was in 2017:
  • March 18 - Spring Craft Boutique, Brea, CA
  • April 29-30 - Mission Federal ArtWalk, Little Italy, San Diego
  • June 3 - Studio Arts Festival, Irvine, CA
  • June 30 to September 3 - Art-A-Fair Festival, Laguna Beach, CA
  • September 8-10 - Tall Ships Festival, Dana Point, CA
  • September 29-October 1 - Seasons of the Heart, Del Mar Fairgrounds

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My Signature

When we were growing up, my younger brother had a difficult time saying "Loretta." So, my name was shortened to "Retta." The nickname stuck and now I use it as my artist signature. However, the astute observer will notice that the entire name is represented in this signature.

The apostrophe represents the missing "o" and the flourish at the bottom represents the missing "L." Hence, all 7 letters are accounted for.

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The Shy Artist

Are you a shy artist like me? If you need help with your art or craft career visit TheShyArtist.com for useful resources based on my 20+ years in the art and craft show business. Or go to Amazon.com to purchase my books.

If you'd like to learn more about my work and my process, subscribe to my (sort of) monthly newsletter. I'll send you information about what I am working on and where you can view and purchase my latest creations. I promise I won't send you too many emails and I won't use your information for any other purpose.
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  • Home
  • About
  • Artwork
    • Thread Paintings >
      • Cobblestone Pathway
      • North Main Beach
      • Sailing Lessons
      • Dreaming of Faraway Places
      • Point Loma Lighthouse
      • Red Boat
      • Perfect Day
      • California Poppies
    • Fiber Sculptures >
      • California Seascape
      • California Dreamin
      • Pacific Seahorse
      • Piano Piece
      • The Red Violin
    • Art Quilts
    • Bags, Scarves, and other stuff
  • Freebies
    • Tutorials >
      • Christmas Wreath Greeting Card Tutorial
      • Tips for Using Metallic Thread
      • Easy Quilt Binding Tutorial
    • Calendars
  • Contact
  • Blog
  • Shop