Standing before a Loren Yagoda painting, you are enveloped by the depth of her composition and the richness of her texture—an experience that lingers long after you walk away. She doesn’t just paint—she works. She shapes emotions and space like a carpenter shapes wood. Her art isn’t just something you hang on in a blank gallery wall; it’s something you feel in your gut. It commands a room. It tells a story.
Loren’s work pulls from the things that matter—structure, nature, and the way time leaves its mark on everything it touches. She equates her process to a walk in the forest of fiber. You can see it in every brushstroke, every texture she lays down. Whether it’s the bold strokes of her Enigma Series, the structured elegance of her Architectonic Series, or the layered textures of Textural Existence, one thing ties it all together—spirit.
Loren’s roots run deep in the Southwest. She discovered independence at age 11, spending her early years in Tucson, Arizona, at a boarding school that was also a horse ranch. It was out there in the dry heat, surrounded by dust and sky, that she found her spark.
There was a Native American artist nearby, the legend DeGrazia. His studio was just close enough for Loren to sneak out of P.E. and go watch him work. She didn’t just learn about painting from him; she learned about spirit; about connection. Art isn’t just about color and canvas—it’s about something deeper. That time in Tucson stuck with her. It’s in her art. It’s in her hands when she paints.
Loren Yagoda is no mere painter; she is an architect of emotion, a sculptor of ethereal space, a virtuoso whose deft hand bridges the sacred dichotomy between structure and spirit. There’s a toughness to her work, but there’s also grace. A kind of beauty that doesn’t fade with time, only deepens.
She’s been collected by some of the most discerning art patrons in the world. But it’s not just the high-end collectors that fuel her fire. “My favorite reactions come from the mouths of everyday people: ‘I’ve been looking for a certain type of painting my entire life. I didn’t even know what that meant until I saw yours.’ I will never get tired of hearing this.” -Loren
Art runs in Loren’s veins; her daughter, Jobie, isn’t just watching from the sidelines—she’s in it, working right alongside her mom. If Loren is the paint, Jobie is the glue. She takes care of the details, the logistics, the things that let her mom focus on the work itself.
But Jobie isn’t just a behind-the-scenes player. She’s an artist in her own right, taking the foundation her mother built and carving out her own path. Jobie follows in her footsteps, embracing a similar aesthetic with her unique voice. Working side by side in the same studio, Jobie has begun crafting her own Wabi-Sabi style paintings—works that echo the elegance and intentional imperfection of her mother’s vision while carving out a space that is distinctly her own.
Loren Yagoda’s art isn’t for a blank gallery wall where folks just stroll past and nod. It’s the kind of work you live with—the kind that makes a space feel whole. Her paintings aren’t just décor; they’re anchors. They remind you of something bigger, something real.
And if you do stop by that studio, don’t expect some pristine, white-walled sanctuary. Expect sawdust, canvases stacked like firewood, and maybe a half-finished piece leaning against a paint-splattered wall. There’s coffee brewing, music playing low, and most likely a few laughs bouncing around between Loren and Jobie. It’s not about pretense—it’s about presence. You’ll leave with paint on your shoes and a feeling in your chest you can’t quite shake.
Everyone has a dream… Loren’s was to own a gallery.
She painted in her home studio, a creative sanctuary that slowly transformed into storage as she prepared for four upcoming shows. One bedroom filled with blank canvases, then another with completed paintings, then a third… and finally, even the hallway. Once a minimalist, she found herself living more like a hoarder. The guest room became the family room couch. Her only refuge was her bedroom, a small oasis untouched by art.
It became clear: it was time to take her home.
The idea began to grow. They say to put your vision into the universe, talk about it, and believe in it. And then Jobie said it aloud: it was time to create a space where their clients and interior designers could view their art without it overtaking the house. They hadn’t had a family dinner in the dining room in three years. Her grandchildren asked why there were no more sleepovers at Gammy’s. Everyone had begun walking sideways through the house to get around.
She mentioned to a fellow artist that it was time to expand. That artist told another friend. And then, wow. The momentum took off. One of them called a realtor. Before long, they had found the perfect space for four artists to create their magic.
Like an old pair of dance shoes that’s seen a few seasons, her work has character, strength, and a little dust on its soles. And just like those old shoes, it’s built to last. Because at the end of the day, Loren’s trying to connect. To build something with her hands that speaks louder than words ever could. And if you’re lucky enough to take one of her pieces home, you’re not just buying a painting.
You’re taking a piece of the desert, a bit of that Tucson sun, and a whole lot of soul.
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15455 N Greenway Hayden Loop C14. Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Loren’s art can be seen at KREISS Home Furnishing at Gainey Ranch.
For private viewing contact Loren Yagoda at lorenyagoda.com or 480-206-6977
