OUR STORY
O BELO DESIGNS is a woman-owned and operated business. Our mission is to empower women and all jewelry artists by providing a platform that celebrates their creativity, craftsmanship, and unique perspectives. We strive to cultivate a supportive community where artisans can thrive, showcasing their diverse talents and fostering opportunities for growth and recognition. Through our commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and excellence, we aim to elevate the artistry of jewelry-making while championing equality and diversity in the industry.
OUR LEAD ARTISAN
JUDI NEWLAND Silversmith
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In 2016, Judi began her silversmithing journey under the careful tutelage of Master Silversmith and accomplished artist Melanie Kline. In the years that followed, Judi and Melanie partnered with two other local artisans to open the jewelry school Colorado High-Grade Silver Studios—through which these four women were able to teach this amazing artform to others and showcase the creations of their students. Although the school closed it’s doors in 2020, Judi considers the experience formative to her current mission:
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"Teaching there was an incredible experience that I shared with three of most wonderful women I have known. Our classes were the starting point for so many on their own journey to creating their own jewelry businesses. I now have my own studio and the opportunity to dedicate all my time to creating timeless pieces of wearable art, but I still want to elevate the talents and visions of others."
THE DESIGNS
​Judi fell in love with Colorado’s spectacular beauty at first sight. Decades later, she still finds it impossible to tire of Colorado’s breathtaking wilderness. Judi’s pieces are inspired by August’s abundance of wildflowers, October’s golden aspens, and February’s snowcapped peaks. Within her collections, Judi has forged the reflections of serene mountain landscapes and captured the melodies of cascading waterfalls. Each design is intended to amplify and complement the intrinsic beauty of the wearer in every season.