
A recently-out-on-my-own jewelry artist and gallery owner, I'm developing my new series, based on moon scapes. Art ain't cheap.
Last summer -- actually exactly a year ago this July -- I left my career as a Master Jeweler to strike out on my own. Since opening my own jewelry store and gallery, I've had the freedom to create so much more than I could before. And yet, it's a struggle. Unfortunately, I used all of my savings creating this awesome gallery and left myself little to use on my own work. The economy is sluggish; I'm fighting an uphill battle.
My current project is to expand the Lunar Scape series, which features, at heart, reticulated sterling silver. It's a relatively new way to work with silver and is a very time consuming technique. First I start with a sheet of silver and repeatedly heat and cool it with my torch until the ridges start to form. It is a very rewarding process, but not a fast one.
In order to buy the materials I need, I am reaching out to community for help. Without the material, I can't create. And without the funding, I can't attend the art shows across the southeast that help local artists sell and build an awesome website for the rest of the world.
Your help is appreciated. Sincerely.
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- First created · 1 backed
- Matthew Campbell 288 friends
- Website: matthewcampbellgallery...
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6 backers
I'll close my eyes tightly. I'll whisper a hearty thanks and tip my virtual hat. Every single bit helps.
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $15 or more
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If ever our paths shall cross, you are promised a strong handshake or a lingering hug. Both if you'd like. You'll also have my eternal gratitude, and a mention on my artist website.
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $25 or more
11 backers
You'll get your handshake, your hug, and my warm fuzzies. You'll also be able to start your mornin' with a steaming cup of coffee in a mug that features my, uh, sweet face smiling back at you. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $50 or more
7 backers
You came for the art? Let's get to the art. With this level of help, I'll ship you a brand-spankin'-new, handcrafted pair of Lunar Stud earrings. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $85 or more
9 backers
A Lunar Scape necklace, you say? You got it. This handcrafted design is sterling silver, and you can choose a 16- or 18-inch length. The retail price on this is $120, so not only are you helping me create, you're also getting a deal. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $120 or more
6 backers
If feminine is more your style, you'll dig this. These Lunar Drop earrings are pretty, little, and perfect. Wear them to the beach. Wear them to the boardroom. Wear them whenever -- and know you've made my day. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $140 or more
1 backer
How about your own key to the moon? This wildly-popular piece features a sterling silver skeleton key over my lunar scape. It's a cool design and certainly a statement piece, and it works for guys and gals alike. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $175 or more
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I wear one of these ever day, and this design is the first I ever made -- the Lunar Dog Tag. Timeless. Cool. Effortless. And you can get one! I like wearing mine on a leather cord, but you can put it on a chain if you like. Who am I to say? ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $200 or more
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At this level, get both the earrings and the necklace. And again here, you're not just helping me with my new project, you're also getting a bargain; this set normally goes for $270. Not too shabby. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $275 or more
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You, my friend, will be receiving one of my Lunar Floating Rings. Crafted from sterling silver, these feature a stone set with a single 18k yellow-gold prong. Pick your poison: amethyst, blue topaz, citrine, or smokey topaz. Let me know your size so I can ship out your precious. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $300 or more
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Be the first to wear my newest design in the series, the Lunar Bound ring. This dainty piece features the lunar scape and is held in place with a solid gold wire. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $325 or more
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You love each other? That's awesome. You wanna be super cute? Get a matching set of Lunar Dog Tags, and share a sweet moment with matching coffee cups that are really perfect for any beverage. Including whiskey, which you may need if you're drinking from these cups. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $350 or more
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Oh this is new! You'll get this just-designed Lunar Half Moon Necklace. It's a beaut, and comes in amethyst, blue topaz, citrine, or smoky topaz. Your choice. ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $550 or more
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Can't decide between the Lunar Floating ring and the Lunar bound ring? I don't know that I could, either. Why not get both, and save a little money in the process? ($15 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $1,400 or more
0 backers Limited (5 of 5 left)
Once you're here, you're a hero, and let me say my thanks by sending you the entire collection up to this point! You'll get the studs, the Lunar earrings, the Lunar necklace, the Lunar key, the dogtag, both the floating ring and the bound ring, and of course you get the coffee cup along with my eternal appreciation. Oh my!!! ($30 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $1,900 or more
0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)
The PINNACLE of Kickstarter love, my friends. You get everything from the $1400 package, along with something incredible: The Lunar Teardrop Necklace, which is a sizable statement piece with a diamond, citrine and amethyst. ($30 extra for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012