She says, “I have been creative and Artsy since I was a kid! There is nothing better as a child than the smell of a new box if Crayola 64 with the sharpener in the side! As far as making jewelry it’s been a long journey! My style has evolved with each new technique I learned! I think I have developed an eclectic collection that is pleasing to many.

Gloria’s art career began with joining the Air Force as a Graphic Artist and continued as a DOD Navy Employee as a Visual Information Specialist in Hawaii. My next journey in art began in Alaska as a Professional Picture Framer which continued until my retirement from Ben Franklin Crafts in New Albany.