OfNatureDesigns Jewelry and Art by Kelly Campbell

Red Roan Appaloosa Custom Breyer Horse

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 23:46:00 +0000

LOVE how this guy came out. I am not sure what his name is, but to me it looks like it should be "Wildfire" or something like that :-) He belongs to Julia in Georgia.

He is painted on the Mon Gamin Breyer model. His body was airbrushed in acrylic and all his details/spots are painted by hand. :-)

Here's a little horse painting secret- To get the vibrant red brown I use Liquitex Basics "Red Oxide".

I also painted horseshoes on this guy, he's such a stud! Well-- a gelding *wink*

Do you have a horse you would like turned into a custom model? Please email me for a price list at kcampbellartist@hotmail.com
Models start at $65

Custom Breyer Horse: Meet Sonny

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 01:28:00 +0000

Sonny belongs to Katie in New Jersey. He is a beautiful Red Dun!

This is the second model I did for Katie, the last one I did for her was a pretty dapple grey.

This model was airbrushed, I carved out his hooves and ears, sanded his logo and heavy seams, and added boyparts to make him a gelding.

Meet Bling- Custom Breyer Foal

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:55:00 +0000

Bling is the offspring of Mystic and Chic (His grandfather is Smart Chic Olena). Isn't he handsome? I also had the pleasure of doing two models of his dad Chic, and a model of his mother Mystic to complete the custom breyer set. I loved painting this little foal!

Bling's mother, Mystic:

Bling's father, Chic:

To see what goes into my customs, please see my older blog post: http://ofnaturedesignsjewelry.blogspot.com/2008/10/latest-breyer-creation.html

Meet Jack

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 19:23:00 +0000

This gorgeous appaloosa belongs in Rachael in Maryland. I had alot of fun with this guy. It was definitely a challenge to try placing all the spots according to the body movement of the model.
I can't tell you enough how thankful I am for my airbrush gun! The time it saves me in painting the initial basecoat of the model was well worth the investment.

Art on the Occoquan- artwalk in Prince William County

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:20:00 +0000

Art on the Occoquan is an artwalk event with over a dozen local artists to meet and greet!
Some artists will be doing demos, and there will be complimentary food and drinks available at some locations.

The artwalk is being held on a late night second Saturday shopping night so expect alot of the shops to still be open.

So come, have dinner, SHOP, meet some great local artists, and stroll the streets of Occoquan!

New Items in Kelly's Artbox!

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 01:30:00 +0000

poppy stool painted by me, Kelly Campbell

Forget Me Not child's chair painted by Kelly Campbell

Shabby Chic footstool with bird nest

"Espresso Yourself" display

handmade zipper pouches made from Japanese fabric. Humorous retro magnets

Handmade reed diffusers

Handmade tile coasters

New tables!

New display

Well I have been a very busy bee! I have TONS of new things in the shop and it's looking quite filled :-) Here are some photos, but stop on in to purchase some of these pretties before someone else does!

The Finishing Touch

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 03:38:00 +0000

I got my new sign yesterday! It's definitely the finishing touch to all the hard work done in the inside. I couldn't have done it without all my wonderful neighbors and friends who helped out.

Ron from Off the Beading Path for doing the interior work, Andy from Bambini's Boutique and Tom my previous next door neighbor for helping me move out all my stuff from upstairs, Lisa from Lisa Julia Photography for helping me paint...and so many more! THANK YOU!

Occoquan Craft Show Survey

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:41:00 +0000

Thank you to everyone who came out and visited me at the Occoquan Craft Show ths past weekend!

I created a survey. If you attended, please fill it out! http://FreeOnlineSurveys.com/rendersurvey.asp?sid=syl3mb4381hhri9607282

Kelly's Artbox Has Moved!

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Sat, 23 May 2009 00:33:00 +0000

I have officially moved and opened my store in a new location, not far from my old location. It's 275 sq feet of eclectic cuteness!
I am now located on the ground floor at 304 Mill St. where the quilt shop used to be. Here are a few photos of what you can expect to see!
Also, I will be offering a 20% off your entire purchase (one time use) Valid through June 2009. Just mention my blog!
Front of my store, I am very proud of my garden!
Looking inside of my store from the door.
The view looking towards my doorway.
Looking into "the classroom".Workstation inside the classroom.

Please stop by and say Hi!! I am sure you will find something you'll love to buy :-)

International Gem & Jewelry Show

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Sat, 16 May 2009 03:06:00 +0000

I got some goodies at the Dulles International Gem & Jewelry Show!

Some of the beauties I picked up are chalcedony druzy, shell, labradorite, candy jade, apatite, carnelian, lots of chalcedony, peruvian opal, rutilated quartz, quartz nuggets, amethyst, and more! :-)

Keep checking back for new and exciting jewelry pieces made from these beautiful gems!

Kelly's Artbox is MOVING!

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Fri, 08 May 2009 04:15:00 +0000

Don't worry, I'm moving, but just down the stairs! A storefront opened up in my building and I will be moved in hopefully by next week! Here are a few photos of the work in progress. More updates soon!

Kelly's Artbox at the Occoquan River Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 05 May 2009 03:20:00 +0000

Even with the poor weather, the 2nd annual Occoquan River Festival was a hit! I did a Precious Metal Clay demonstration.
To read more about the festival and see photos please visit www.historicoccoquan.com

Kelly's Artbox is moving! I will be getting a store front and be up and running by the end of this month! More details coming soon....

Photo taken by Jane Ernst www.ernstvision.com Jane and Her husband have their photos on display at the Artist's Undertaking Gallery in Occoquan.

Occoquan River Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:59:00 +0000

Hope you've been enjoying the outdoors with the summer time weather we had earlier in the week! The upcoming bad weather will hopefully hold off until after Saturday because Occoquan is having their 2nd annual River Festival this Saturday!

Occoquan River Festival~ It’s happening In Occoquan!
Sat. May 2, 8am -8pm
• Farmers’ Market: 8:00 – Noon -come support some local farmer's!

• Sidewalk Sales - Great deals from shops in town.

• Live music: live musical groups playing throughout the day…throughout the town. I personally was responsible for finding most of the music, and it's really good this year!

• Craft Demonstrations: scattered about the town.

• Horse and carriage rides (fee)

• Petting zoo which includes a pony ride (fee)

• Conversations with a Historian at the museum, and the tourist center.

• Ghost tours @ 4:30, 6:00, and 7:00 (fee)

• Taste of Occoquan (fee, at Madigan’s, 3:00 – 5:00)

*Fireworks for the Make a Wish Foundation at dusk

I will be doing a Precious Metal Clay demonstration at 2, and again at 3PM on my deck outside my studio. I will also be having a sale on jewelry and another raffle for a gift certificate!
It would be great if you come to the festival for a fun, mostly free day with your kids! If you do, stop by and say Hi at Kelly's Artbox. :-)

Kelly's Artbox at the PWC Kid's Expo

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 02:54:00 +0000

Kelly's Artbox teamed up with Lisa Julia Photography to participate in the Kid's Expo at the Prince William County fairgrounds. Overall it was a great turnout and alot of hard work premoting! I was used to my craft fair approach and had a hard time adjusting to an expo enviornment, but it will hopefully pay off.

Congratulations to Holly Solenberger for winning the raffle for the free name mural! And thank you to everyone who entered.

Custom Breyer- Meet Ike

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 03:37:00 +0000

Ike is a thoroughbred the belongs to Tiffany in Pasadena, California!

I had so much fun airbrushing this fella. I also added metal horseshoes, and he's got a bit of gold sheen to his coat.

Please check out my previous blog about what goes into my model customs HERE

Train Children's Mural- The Process

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:36:00 +0000

As a muralist here in Northern Virginia, one of the most frequent things I hear (Besides, "Oh, you're an artist? I can't even draw a stick figure!") is "Oh, it must be easy doing your job! All you do is paint all day..."
An artist's job only looks easy. We do more work than you think. :-) In this post I will discuss the process of a mural I did today for a little boys train themed room.

1. Meeting with the client to view the space, and discuss exactly what they had in mind for the mural. In this case, I had to work on a dark blue wall and the client wanted a "fun, bubbly" mural that wasn't too cartoony, and not too realistic. She had some prints already hung up that she wanted the mural to match with (below). Sometimes, in order to save the client money and me a trip, the client will email me a photo of the room and tell me the desired length for the mural.

2. Preliminary and final sketches. After talking with the client, I make 3-5 sketches of different ideas for the mural. The client then decides which one they like best, and I draw the final sketch. Most times the final is turned into a transparency and used for the actual mural.
3. The mural is turned into a reality! I used colors found in the decor. The paints I use are high quality, fast drying acrylics. I don't varnish the mural unless the client asks, but acylic itself is a sturdy, color-true paint. I also use paint markers for fine lines and details.

Do you have a child's room or nursery you'd like to spruce up? Or an empty space in your home that you just don't know what to do with? Fill it with a mural! I produce high quality murals for affordable rates. Contact me for more info: http://www.kellycampbellartist.com

I serve: Northern Virginia, some parts of Washington DC and Maryland, ashburn, leesburg, manassas, woodbridge, haymarket, clinton, bristow, fairfax, alexandria, arlington, and more.

Most murals can be done in 4-8 hrs. This one was done in 2 hours.
Don't think that just because it goes quickly that it's "easy"! Preparation and travel take time and money too. :-)

This mural is my own copyrighted original design and work and should not be replicated by any other artist.

Airbrushed Breyer Model

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 15:26:00 +0000

I got a new toy....an airbrush gun.

It took a few trys before I finally got the hang of it, but it was well worth the money and time! Take a look at my work in progress. Ike was a dun, but is now sporting a dark bay coat.

I can't tell you how smooth and multifaceted the color is on him! I used a combo of red oxide, black, and burnt umber. I also mixed in a splash of gold paint with the red oxide and umber which really gives him a nice sheen. Not to mention airbrushing has saved me hours of work.

I will paint the little white facial and leg details by hand with acrylic and post final photos soon!

Custom Breyer Model- Spark

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 02:17:00 +0000

Meet Spark!

She is a Quarter Horse who's home is in Weatherford, Texas! I've done a previous model for her owners which won "World Champion" in the PtHA model horse show.
I hope she does just as well.

What goes into my customs?

Minor resculpting, carved hooves ears and nostrils, sanding, logo removal, seam removal, airbrushing, painting details with acrylics, glossing hooves, nostrils, and eyes, and varnishing.
This little gal even has realistic metal horseshoes!
Lots of love and work goes into each model, but I love doing it! To see more of my customs, please visit my website at: http://www.kellycampbellartist.com/custombreyer.html

Get your own custom model horse for $65-100!

Beach Window Sash

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 02:08:00 +0000

Remember that work in progress? Well here is the finished piece.

You can purchase this gorgeous oil and acrylic painting at my studio, Kelly's Artbox, on Mill St. in Occoquan for $98

it's painted on an antique window sash from Albany, NY.

Don't you just love the Adirondack chair?

Want a custom window sash to match your home decor? No problem! Just contact me for info and pricing :-)

Work in Progress

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 03:20:00 +0000

Here's a window sash I got from Albany salvage that I decided to start painting a beach scene on.

It's acrylic with oil accents.

Some challenges I am facing is the acylic comes off the glass easily when wet!

Spring Sale at Kelly's Artbox

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 01:42:00 +0000

Spring Sale!
20% off all earrings in store and online.
If purchasing online, please wait for the updated invoice before paying.
Some of these little on-sale beauties include:

Sweetheart Hoops $9.60 (normally $12)
hammered gold-filled hoops
Afternoon Sunlight- $13.60 (normally $17)
Sterling, genuine amber and goldstone

Cheerio- $16 (normally $20)

Sterling, coral, swarovski crystal

Check out my store in Occoquan, Kelly's Artbox, or online at http://www.ofnaturedesigns.etsy.com for more great on sale earrings!

Kelly's Artbox Featured in the News & Messenger

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 02:06:00 +0000

Photos by Justin P. Lago

I was featured today in the Potomac News & Messenger! You can read the article HERE:
Or pick it up in today's paper. :-)

Fresh for Spring in Kelly's Artbox

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 02:02:00 +0000

As some of you know, I have recently taken on some awesome handmade goods from other artist's for my store, Kelly's Artbox, in Occoquan, VA. Here are some of the products you can find there-- fresh for Spring!
Gorgeous handmade albums, mini books, wooden lockets, and sterling vintage button rings by Casey/"AcrossthePond" from North Carolina. Her work has a vintage feel and uses vintage buttons and high quality papers. Items range from $3-28Melissa Abrams from Canada makes adorable handmade bobby pins and hair ties with fabric covered buttons. Her work is super cute and would appeal to a variety of ages! $4-6

You can also see some handmade florals by Muah, and I recently got in some handmade soaps from "SudsNSuch" in Manassas.

Stop in and get some great affordable items!

Feather Crazy

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:51:00 +0000

So lately I've been on this feather earring kick. Here are some of the little gems I've made. :-)

All are made from naturally molted parrot feathers, blue and gold macaw, scarlet, and amazon parrots.

New for Spring OfNatureDesigns Jewelry by Kelly Campbell

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:04:00 +0000

"Brittanie" Feather earrings: $17
"Coral Reef" Chain Charm Necklace: $36.50

"Grey Sky Morning" Chalcedony Necklace: $54

"Granny Smith" Jade Emerald Necklace: $27

Well I have been busy busy busy trying to make fresh new jewelry items for spring. In my spring/summer line you'll find colors like apple green, lavendar, fuschia, teal, and goldenrod

Lots of chalcedony and faceted gems-- and see what I picked up from the Dulles International Gem and Jewelry show!

Soon to come are new pmc artclay fine silver pieces-- so keep checking back! CHeck out my spring line here: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5290743&section_id=5849414