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Just 5 days away Queeny Art Fair

3/26/2017

 
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Golden Beauty

'March 31 through April 2
Friday 5PM to 9PM
Saturday 10AM to 6PM
Sunday 11Am TO 4pm
Queeny Park

First of 2017! 12 days away

3/20/2017

 
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2017 is shaping up to be a great year for art fairs.
And The Art Fair at Queeny Park is my first.
Friday,      March 31, 2017 Art Fair Hours  5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
                   WINE TASTING from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Saturday, April 1, 2017 Art Fairs Hours 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
                   $50 and $100 Art Certificate Drawing  2:00 PM
                   $50 and $100 Art Certificate Drawing 5:00 PM
                   WINE TASTING from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Sunday,    April 2, 2017 Art Fairs Hours: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
                   Children's Art Discovery Adventure 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
                   $50 and $100 Art Certificate Drawing 3:00 PM
                   WINE TASTING from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Admission is $5.00 per person, To Download $1.00 off Coupon Click Here
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What are you doing this Sunday?

12/7/2016

 
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Christmas is around the corner!
And so is our last show of 2016. It's a Christmas party, open house and show!
We'll have Christmas cookies, hot chocolate, wine and of course Christmas music.
We'll have our best and latest work too.
My "fork" jewelry
Gail's (my very talented wife) will have her SnowFolk as well. See why her customers have been collecting these for over 25 years.

Sunday Dec 11, 11AM - 4PM
OA Gallery in downtown Kirkwood
101A Argonne Ave (directly across from the train station)




We've saved the best for last

11/29/2016

 
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You are invited to our annual holiday show held in the amazing OA Gallery filled with extraordinary art.

I will have my latest and best work of 2016 and of course my wife Gail will again have her whimsical SnowFolk! Come see why her customers have been collecting these for over 25 yrs!

We're opening the gallery for this special show on Sun Dec 11, 11AM - 4PM

There will be wine, snacks and of course Christmas music. It's a party!

OA Gallery, 101A Argonne Ave downtown Kirkwood
(Directly across from the train station)


Come for the art stay for the cheer.




Bold Geometry

10/31/2016

 
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Yes, starting with a sterling silver fork I've used just the tines for this pendant. By adding silver wire and a cubic zirconia (or a point 8 diamond) this has become a bold geometric statement. I will have this pendant and more at the Art at The Shaw Nature Reserve this weekend Sat & Sun from 10AM - 4PM both days. This small but quality art fair is just 25 minutes west of St. Louis in Gray Summit. Come enjoy what looks like a crisp Autumn day. Stroll along paths leading to cabins where you can meet and talk with artists about their work. There will be food and drinks as well.

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A gift from grandma

10/26/2016

 
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This is the pay-off I get from what I do. I was asked by a customer to make something for her nieces  wedding using a family fork from her grandmother. Of course I agreed - I love this kind of work. It puts extra meaning in what I do. Then I received these wonderful images of the beautiful bride and her beautiful sisters. Plus a letter. My customers are more than just customers.
I used 2 of the tines from the fork to make the pendant (pendant is the piece with the 3 pearls) I call it Swooping Pearls.
You can Google Swooping Pearls.



































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Dear Don,
 
I just wanted to tell you how much Kristen loved her necklace!  My daughters (picture attached) Maggie and Laura were Maid of Honor and bridesmaid, respectively, and Kristen is in the middle
They gave her the necklace at the rehearsal dinner, she called me and said how beautiful it was and it would be perfect to wear for the wedding.   I had no idea that she was wearing pearls!
So many people commented on it, she loved it and said how much it meant to her.  I have included the picture of her and my daughters, the note I put with the necklace and a picture that she sent to me with all the jewelry that she was given that day.
The earrings are from her now husband, the ring was a button from her mother’s dress and made into a cocktail ring, and then the fork/necklace!
Wonderful memories, thank you so much for creating a beautiful one!!
 
Sincerely,
Kathy

Starry Starry Night

10/26/2016

 
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For you art lovers: You may recognize what iconic painting inspired this pendant. It was Van Gogh’s Starry Night that came to me when looking at this deep rich blue sodalite stone. When I begin a piece of jewelry I typically select a stone and while holding it and a sterling fork let my mind wander and work with the possibilities of what the piece will look like. It didn’t take long before I saw the possibilities by adding the 5 white CZ stones. It’s nice to be inspired by one of the great masters!

I'll have this piece at the Art at Shaw Nature Reserve show in Gray Summit MO in two weeks for $340. It's a short 25 minute drive from Saint Louis.


Ring of Pearls

10/21/2016

 
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November 5 & 6 at the Art at Shaw Nature Reserve annual boutique show I will be unveiling this one-of-a-kind dinner ring. This ring  made from 2 sterling silver fork tines has 3 graduated sized white fresh water Japanese pearls. I'm betting it fits your finger.



This beautiful Fall show is a short 25 minute drive from St. Louis

Art at The Shaw Nature Reserve

10/13/2016

 
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November 5 & 6
There is an amazing art show just  25 minutes from St Louis.
Picture a crisp Fall day strolling down a gravel path going from one rustic cabin to the next. Each cabin has artists displaying their work.
Enjoy an Autumn day out in nature while talking with artists about their work.

This is a must see Fall show!
Sat  Nov 5 10 -5
                                                                  Sun Nov 6 10-4

                                                                 
                                                                  Come see why I love this show.

Something special from Rome

10/10/2016

 
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I was commissioned to create this pendant using a sterling silver fork. I've sculpted and shaped it to hold this beautiful heart that traveled all the way from Rome. And the look on her face when she picked it up was priceless. I was happy to have been a part in making this into a wonderful memory that she can wear.

A gold nugget, a diamond and sterling fork

10/10/2016

 
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A wonderful solid gold nugget, an old- cut diamond and a sterling fork. I was given the gold nugget and diamond and was commissioned to create a pendant using a sterling fork. I was flattered that she would entrust me with these wonderful things. Turns out this is a 50th anniversary piece of jewelry. How fitting.

Art in the Park Saint Louis Hills

9/17/2016

 
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One week to Art in the Park Francis Park in Saint Louis Hills (behind Ted Drewes)
This awesome 1 day show is Sunday Sept 25 from 10 - 6
Art, music, food and a car show all surrounding the majestic lily pond at the center of the park.
Don't miss this stunning venue.
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Art Fair at Queeny Park

8/28/2016

 
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Labor Day Weekend! Sept 2, 3 & 4
Less than a week away!
New designs including this ring and more.
Booth 111
Fri 5 - 9
Sat 10 - 6
Sun 11 - 4

Queeny Park inside air conditioning!

Art in the Park Saint Louis Hills

8/4/2016

 
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Don't miss this beautiful art fair. It's an art fair for the entire family. Come enjoy art, music and food surrounding the majestic lily pond at the center of the park.

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Art Fair at Queeny Park

8/2/2016

 
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The Art Fair at Queeny Park kicks off my Fall schedule! After a very busy summer schedule of shows from Saint Louis to Boulder CO I'm ready to unveil new designs to include Precious stones and sterling silver.
 

Shhhh .... It's a surprise 

5/3/2016

 
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"I want this to be a surprise for my wife on Mothers Day" he said. He then handed to me, a family sterling silver fork. I created this pendant for him. He said she likes blue and gave me the autonomy to "do my thing". Thank you Jerry for the faith you placed in me for this important project. I love druzy quartz stones and now he does too.




LAUMEIER ART FAIR
- this weekend

Friday, May 6 / 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 7 / 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 8 / 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

When she opened her                    Mother's Day gift ...

4/29/2016

 
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She opened the box and her eyes reflected just what I was hoping for. She was happy with the mothers ring I created for her and the birth stones that she requested. I'm always a bit anxious when doing a commissioned piece. Thanks Robin for liking my work. Unlike faceted stones I use in the mothers rings I do, these are cabochons (rounded top surfaces) I love the.Australian fire opal which works well with the blue sapphire. Thanks Matt for the great image.

Come see me next weekend
May 6, 7 & 8 
Laumeier Art Fair
at the Sculpture Park - Sunset Hills MO

Mothers Day May 8  

4/7/2016

 
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This ring was made from a sterling silver sea food fork.
I still have some silver sea food forks ready to personalize for this Mothers Day. 


Art in the Park - Columbia MO

4/5/2016

 
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Festival Dates: Saturday, June 4, 2016
                             Sunday, June 5, 2016
Festival Times: Saturday, 10am-5pm
                             Sunday, 10am-4pm

Festival Location: Stephens Lake Park, Columbia, Missouri (Google Maps)
Entrance cost: FREE

Pearl Street Art Fest

3/29/2016

 
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In beautiful Boulder CO
Saturday & Sunday, July 16 - 17  |  Pearl Street Mall



From whimsical and modern sculptures to traditional watercolors, oils & more, Pearl Street Arts Fest is a beautiful outdoor gallery nestled in the heart of downtown Boulder on the renowned Pearl Street Mall.

Times and add'l info to come

A family and grandma's silverware

3/28/2016

 
I do what I do because I love it but when I get a letter like this it's over the top. After delivering 3 money clips and 4 pendants all made from family silverware I received the nicest letter of thanks.

Don,
My daughters and I have been wearing our beautiful necklaces and have received many compliments about how stunning they look. What a wonderful keepsake made from my mother's silverware that we will treasure for many years to come.
We appreciate your timeliness in designing our necklaces, and your creativity and suggestions while we were deciding on the settings and stones for our jewelry.
My husband and my sons also, appreciate the money clips you created from the silverware. Your choice of stones and artistry are reflected in the unique designs that are very elegant and very functional.
Thank you for your time and talent in creating our treasures.
Sharon


ArtFest MidWest

3/28/2016

 
ARTFEST MIDWEST 2016
'The other art show' in Des Moines


JUNE 25 10 AM - 6 PM
JUNE 26 10 AM - 5 PM

Free admission
Free Parking

The show is held primarily indoors in the Varied Industries Building, a beautifully renovated and air conditioned venue located in the heart of the Fairgrounds.


IOWA STATE FAIRGROUNDS
3000 EAST GRAND AVENUE
DES MOINES, IOWA
VARIED INDUSTRIES BUILDING

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The Artsy Shark Features Artist Don Kelley

3/8/2016

 
While at a dinner party, my mind started drifting, eventually landing on a fork. A strange thought came to me: “This would be a way better bracelet than a fork.”  Read More

Don Kelly's work is featured by The Artsy Shark this month. ​Artsy Shark specializes in featuring artists, showcasing them through individual articles that present their portfolios and tell their stories.


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See Don Kelley's fork jewelry at OA Gallery in Kirkwood MO

2/17/2016

 
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See Don Kelley's jewelry at the OA Gallery in Kirkwood MO

The Art Fair at Queeny Park

2/9/2016

 
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Friday:      April 1st, 2016 Art Fair Hours  5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
                 WINE TASTING from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:  April 2nd, 2016 Art Fairs Hours 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
                 $50 and $100 Art Certificate Drawing  2:00 PM
                 $50 and $100 Art Certificate Drawing 5:00 PM
                 WINE TASTING from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sunday:    April 3rd, 2016 Art Fairs Hours: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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