Lloyd Pretty is a self-taught artist, born in Chapel Arm, Newfoundland. At an early age, Lloyd showed artistic promise. Art supplies were hard to find and the realities of life forced him to take other jobs to earn a living. His experiences varied from lumbering to seafaring on an oil tanker. During his adventures at sea, Lloyd's interest in art was reawakened. He visited art galleries in every port of call and took up painting as a hobby.

Lloyd's love for the Maritimes inspired him to paint the rugged coasts and rocky cliffs, the wooded interior and the changeable seas that became the backdrop for his narrative and picturesque renditions. In 1978, when his work was selling steadily, Lloyd decided to make a full time commitment to his art. Whether his work is painted with oils, acrylic or watercolor, it depicts the strength of character and rich heritage that Lloyd knows so well.  Lloyd has had many one man shows and his work is in collections all over Canada and United States. He has published sketch books, seven limited edition prints and has done illustrations for Post Cereal and Gros Morne National Park.