This guy likes to incorporate one's middle name when addressing someone I know well. So is the case with Jackie Lee Campbell. I met Jackie over thirty years ago when we worked together (I made a career guest appearance at Caltech). Ever since then I am fortunate to call Jackie, her husband Richard and their beautiful family my friends. All during our friendship shared in Southern California I was not aware of Jackie's artistic talents. Only years after they moved to Colorado in 2000 did Richard share with me Jackie's success and recognition she has gained for her art. That is typical of the young lady from Boron, California...yes, there actually is a town in the California desert known historically on laundry room shelves for it's twenty mule teams (Borax). Jackie doesn't draw attention to herself, she's known by all those that come in contact as one of the kindest and most caring individuals on earth, with her loved ones coming first in everything she does.
Jackie works in most mediums and as you can see she delivers memorable results whether they be wildlife, landscapes, floral or modern. You can visit her web site to learn more of her work and teaching career at: http://campbellscreativeart.com/info.htm
I miss my friends that have moved to Colorado, I miss our other mutual Caltech friends, the Merediths', who now call North Carolina home. If I were afforded the chance to be selfish I would have both as next door neighbors on each side of me and life would be very good! Colorado or North Carolina, I'm still blessed to have them as friends.
Oh, that middle name thing... Jackie nicknamed my daughter Laura soon after her birth as "Laura Lou". To this day, thirty years later, it has stuck.
Jackie, beautiful work from a beautiful individual and friend.
Oh, that middle name thing... Jackie nicknamed my daughter Laura soon after her birth as "Laura Lou". To this day, thirty years later, it has stuck.
Jackie, beautiful work from a beautiful individual and friend.
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Thanks Jackie! Laura Lou has been my 2nd name as long as I can remember. I am often reminded of you when I call my dad and as soon as he picks up..."Laura Lou".
Even after moving to MI in 1994 my new friends picked up on it!
The name traveled and I even named my first dog Lou!
Jackie, you have such beautiful artwork! I never knew you had this beautiful hidden talent!
My sister, Jackie Lee, forwarded this blog to me to read. I can second everything you said about her. I'm her older sister, but always wanted to be like her. She does beautiful work with paints, but her true colors really shine when she leaves a little of herself with all she comes in contact with. She is a blessing to all who know her. Debbra
My sister, Jackie Lee, forwarded this blog to me to read. I can second everything you said about her. I'm her older sister, but always wanted to be like her. She does beautiful work with paints, but her true colors really shine when she leaves a little of herself with all she comes in contact with. She is a blessing to all who know her. Debbra
My sister, Jackie Lee, forwarded this blog to me to read. I can second everything you said about her. I'm her older sister, but always wanted to be like her. She does beautiful work with paints, but her true colors really shine when she leaves a little of herself with all she comes in contact with. She is a blessing to all who know her. Debbra
Jackie Campbell...
Your art work is beautiful!! The many years I knew you at CalTech I was not aware of your artistic abilities, but I was aware of your out going personality!
I am glad you are enjoying life in Colorado.
Remember me??
Floyd Clark / retired and loves to travel!!!
Richard!!!! This is Cathy Van Skike. Do you remember us? Your old, old neighbors in lovely Duarte? Your name came up last night (long story) so I googled you and this came up. Laura and Ryan are beautiful children and adults. I remember them best in the black and white pics. I remember Laura in cute little dresses and her long locks of hair. Ryan was a baby, always seemed content. Let's catch up. My email is cathyvanskike@comcast.net. Just tell me one thing....please tell me you don't still play video games all day and night...: ) Hope to hear from you Richard.
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