Western Artwork by Natalie Campbell
Welcome
Please take your time and have a look around. I hope you enjoy all that you find.
WAOW - Associate Member
Cowgirl Artists of America - Artisan Member
My Background
I found art much later in life. Starting with ceramics I quickly moved on to drawing. Having no real training other than some short online, non-graded, classes I consider myself a self-taught artist.
My Mediums
I use many different mediums, such as color pencils, charcoal, but most of my current pieces are pastels pencils. Photography is also a passion and I use it for most of my reference photos. So be sure to check out that gallery as well.
Artist statement
My work is a tribute to the raw power and quiet grace of performance horses. Using pastel pencils, I aim to capture not only their physical form but the spirit and emotions behind every movement. These animals embody both strength and freedom to their riders and through my art I hope to convey that to the viewer.
A brief about me
My horse story
I grew spending every wish I had for a horse of my own. When that wish finally came true at around 11, I spent every minute after obsessed with learning all I could about my horse and horses in general. I was lucky enough to have some amazing trainers over the years who taught me to push myself to be a better rider. I took all of the lessons, the hours spent competing in FFA Horse Judging and my obsession and used it to my advantage as an artist.
At my core I'm still just a horse crazy girl who enjoys seeing beautiful horses. I'm sure many of you can relate.
You can learn more about me and my art journey on my bio page.
Photo credit Bruce Hatch
My heart horse Bailey (Docs No Hitter) and I, winning one of our many buckles at a local rodeo.
the russell
Virgil is headed to The Russell Auction at the C.M. Russell Museum in Great Falls Montana!
The Russell is a part of Western Art Week held every year during the week of Charles Russells birthday on March 19th. The town hosts multiple western art shows and auctions throughout the week.
To attend any of the events at the C.M. Russell please visit their website C.M. Russell Museum
Opening Reception
Thursday March 18th
First Strike Friday Night
Friday March 19th
Saturday Night Auction
Saturday March 20th
soft hands
Arizona Bound!
I am pleased to announce that Soft Hands has been accepted into the 57th Annual Mountain Oyster Art Show and Sale!
abbreviated Awards & Exhibits
Awards
2018
Redwood Empire Fair - Best in Show - Vivian
2022
Redwood Empire Fair - Best in Division - Tanner
Mendocino County Fair - Best in Division - O Say Can You See
Equus Film and Arts Festival - Winnie Award winner - color pencil - O Say Can You See
2023
Redwood Empire Fair - Best in Division- Dance Her Home
Redwood Empire Fair - Best in Show - Dance Her Home
Mendocino County Fair - Best Two-Dimensional Art - Two Rein
Mendocino County Fair - Best in Show - Two Rein
Equus Film and Arts Festival - Winnie Award - Pastel - Two Rein
2024
Equus Film and Arts Festival - Winnie Award Winner - Pastel - Glory
Equus Film and Arts Festival - Honorable Mention - Pastel - Rhythm of the Rein
2025
Cowgirl Gathering - Best in Show - Bosal
Pendleton Round-Up Poster Contest - Top 10 Artist Selection
Redwood Empire Fair - People Choice- Soft Hands
Mendocino County Fair - Best in Division - Paint it Black
Eqine Business Magazine - Readers Choice Awards- Best Paint/Sketch Artists
2026
Redwood Empire Fair - Best in Division - Virgil
Lake County Fair - Best in Show - Virgil
Exhibits
Permanent display
Willits Fire Dept, Station 54 - Fire Chief
2022
December - Equus Film & Arts Fest Official Selection - O Say Can You See
2023
February 1-28 - Wild Flowers Juried Art Show and Sale - Born to Buck
March 17-18 CM Russell Museum - Charlies March Round-Up Friday Night Silent Auction - Three Kings - *SOLD*
December 7 - Coors Western Art Show - Young Guns Pop-Up - Honest Grey, Cowboy, Little Farley
2024
March 14-16 - CM Russell - First Strike Auction - Two Rein **SOLD**
September 27-29 - Slopoke Western Art Show - Solvang CA - Rhythm of the Rein, Bosal, Saffle, Glory, Curb, Born to Buck
2025
March 6 - May 4 - Customs House Museum - Women Artists of the West 55th National Juried Exhibition - Homeland art show - Rhythm of the Rein
March 21 - CM Russell - First Strike Auction - Glory **Sold**
May 1 - 31 - Cowgirl Gathering Art Show - Bosal
Nov 21 - Jan 10 2026 - Mountain Oyster Club Western Art Show & Sale - Bosal **Sold**
2026
March 7 - April 19 - Western Spirit Juried Art Show & Sale - Soft Hands
Upcoming
Nov 20 -21 - Mountain Oyster Club Art Show and Sale - Soft Hands
2027
March 19 - CM Russell - First Strike Friday Night - Vigil