Lori was born in Lethbridge, Alberta, raised in Victoria, B.C., then moved to Vancouver at the age of 23 to study Fine Art at the Emily Carr College of Art and Design. She graduated from ECCAD with a major in Interdisciplinary Studies and Sculpture in 1985.

Abstract painting in acrylic is Lori's current focus. This ongoing body of work began in the summer of 2000 after time spent at the Atlin School of Art in northern B.C. where the surrounding environment inspired a new perspective and vision which she continues to explore and expand upon. The textures, colour, pattern, light, energy and spirit of nature continue to be a constant source of inspiration.

From 1986 until the present, Lori's art practice includes mixed media painting in acrylic, water colour, drawings in oil pastel, mixed media assemblage icons, sculptural painted jewelry, costume and accessory design and creation in theatre, film and television.

Lori's paintings are held in private collections nationally and internationally.