In Memory Of My Sister Margaretann

Don't stand by my grave and weep,
For I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glint of snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
... I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning, hush.
For I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circle flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand by my grave and cry.
I am not there, I did not die.
RIP Sister.
August 2, 1937-December 5, 2006 You will live forever in our hearts and memories.

A Sad Anniversary

In Memory Of

Dad

A gentle man, a gentleman, who passed away

17 years ago today. 
A day that will forever be shrouded in sadness

for me and my family.

A small photo but a huge memory of life with Dad

"An Invisible Thread"

“An Invisible Thread” is an ancient Chinese proverb that says “when two people are destined to meet nothing can keep them apart.” It’s like a thread that will bend, it will stretch and twist but will never break.   – Maurice and Laura

Love and food brought the two together 25 years ago.

When Maurice was just a boy – the two of them met when he was just 11 – he was literally walking the streets of New York begging for money because he hadn’t eaten in two days.  When his path crossed with Laura’s both of their lives changed forever.

Book:  “An Invisible Thread” is a true story.

As told on Rachel Rae, November 1, 2011

KG Design's Painting Presentation

KG Design's Painting Presentation

September 11, 2001, Morning of...

Ken and I were just married less than four months. I was getting ready for class at college when he called me. With a bold voice, he told me to "TURN ON THE TV~  NOW." I stood there absolutely aghast at what I was seeing. Actually, sadly, incomprehensibly saw the second plane hit the second, south tower. My world, THE world changed that day, never to be the same again.  RIP all the Angels of 9/11/01.

Art Quilt Commemorating the
Tragic Events of 9/11/01

Ginny D.

Website - Mine, et al.

Hello!

Been very busy on a number of projects. I gave a client's website a redesign and update, which was well-received. While deriving a great sense of accomplishment in doing so, prepping my business website for a huge redesign, update, and upload has been the most time consuming project. It involves changing my CSS from internal to external since I have several pages of work from various artistic genres to upload.

I have a host of photographs for exhibit and purchase, including exquisite and dynamic travel photos (NJ, NY, PA, VA, D.C., Niagara Falls, Norway), animals of all kinds, interesting and unusual architecture, beautiful landscapes and an assortment of vibrant flowers for nature lovers, and a project in and of itself - photo restoration.

In addition to artwork, I have writing, copy editing, and proofing skills which I picked up while in the workforce just prior to embarking on my college education. Many pieces are demonstrated within my online writing portfolio. My transcription skills have recently been put to good use, as well, on the topic of metaphysical spirituality, which I found most interesting and enjoyed working on tremendously.

Another project I have almost completed is a printed directory using Quark and CS5.5.

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Painting: Portraits & Landscapes

My Paintings
(all low res)

All of the paintings on display here are rendered on canvas (all sizes) mostly using acrylics. I some cases I've used oil paints.

"Margaretann's Angels"

"Arms"

"Flowers from Norway"

Paterson Art Walk: ONE MORE DAY

Parking info has been updated on the PAC website.  

http://www.patersonartscouncil.org/paterson-art-walk/133.html

Free and paid public parking is available at a variety of locations near the waterfall and attractions, Cianci (Federici) Park and in the downtown area. Click on the PRINT button below the map for a copy to take with you. (also visit patersonparking.org for Garage 10, Lot 7, etc.)

This is the artist list.

http://patersonartscouncil.org/images/pdf/paw11%20artist%20list%20h.pdf

Hope to see you there!

Ginny G. De Mario

Leeeeegs! | Torso (flesh tones)

My study in flesh tones

"Leeeeegs!"
Canvas 12 x 24

"Torso"
Flesh tones, Canvas 20 x 24

Angels Keeping Watch Over Margaretann

This piece specially created In Memory of my sister, Margaretann, who left this earth far too early.

Angels Keeping Watch over Margaretann
Canvas 24 x 36

Flowers (in Norway) | Norway

Flowers (in Norway)
Canvas 20 x 16

Norway
Canvas 20 x 16

"(in Norway)" identifies which flowers are being referred to.

"Smelling the YaYas"

"Smelling the YaYas"
Canvas 24 x 18

Path (of Righteousness)

Path of Righteousness
Canvas appx 24 x 18
may be viewed in the office of Student Development at
WPU Main Campus

Sandbars | Paterson Falls

Sandbars
Canvas 36x24

Paterson Falls
Canvas 24x18

Tsunami | Forboding Sky

Tsunami
Canvas apprx 24 x 18
may be viewed at the Office of Student Development
at WPU's Main Campus

Forboding Sky
Canvas 24 x 18

Paterson Art Walk coming on June 11, 2011

10am to 10pm  - Rain or Shine
Six of us artists will be showing our work
in various genres
126 Market Street, 4th floor access via elevator
in the North Jersey Credit Union Building


Virginia G De Mario
Keli Dougherty
Alison Marchese
Rosemary Iannone
Corina Gallego
Margaret Moore

How To License Your Art Work Seminar

Took place Thursday, May 12, 2011 at Pratt Institute in NYC.

Panel of three very talented and intelligent people, plus a moderator who asked all the questions I was concerned about.

A two-hour span of time that was well spent.

Thank you, Graphic Artists Guild, for holding this event...and many more upcoming.

Surtex is being held this weekend with Wednesday being the final day.

Thank you so much!

..vgd

When you know better, you do better

Dean of Oprah University, teach me the fundamentals.
Let people surprise me and to serve their higher good when I do that.
Be seen for who I really am, by example: playful, passionate, and practical all at once.
You've changed my life, you've inspired me, you've become my sistah from another mother from afar.

Do I have a message that is worth listening to? You bet. It will shine through my artwork through my personality, through my vulnerabilities.

You are unique in that you showed up and showed the world your insides, the truth; something that not all people can handle. Of those of us who could, you gave us all permission to be true, as well.

I know this isn't an ending, this is a beginning.

Your presence on the air for the past 25 years hasn't been a "show," it's an institution, part of the fabric of America. It is the "turning the lights off and walking out the door" part that has me feeling indescribably sad. Sad because I know how many lives you've changed over a quarter of a century, mine being one of them. I can't even look at a "O" Magazine cover (all of which I've saved throughout their existence) without feeling a strong pang.

You've spoken to all kinds of people in all walks of life "from the sublime to the ridiculous," as the saying goes, and nobody does it better or with more healing power than you.

One of my "Aha" moments: All pain is the same. It's how you deal with it that makes a difference. I have had a few more "Aha" moments, thanks to you, my precious Oprah.

Everybody is acting at the level they know. And....

when you know better, you do better.



That is how I feel.

Job Search - Graphic Arts &....

Hello viewers!

FYI: 


I am actively searching for a sustainable full-time position. My primary interest is in graphic arts. In addition, my secondary interest is in transcription work. I have a medical background to the end that I was employed for five (5) years as a medical editorial assisant.  I am a professional at transcription work (English) and have years of various experience to this end. My typing speed is between 70-80 wpm. I can handle most any type of Word work, large and small.

For more details on this and other info, please check out my website (writing page in particular) at: http://www.kgdesignllc.com/writingportf.html. 

Thank you!

..vgd

A few significant changes

Could they be in store for me? 

I am not afraid to make a few significant changes at this time.

Plus, I am headed for another exhibit in Paterson, NJ at the Lou Costello Memorial again this year.

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Sampling of photography 

The Icon that is Oprah

Every death is a wake-up call to live life more fullly, more completely, more presently.

That's why it's happening. Some people need to be knocked upside the head, and other people need full-blown earthquakes in their life to get their attention.

Every death is a wake-up call to live life more fullly, more presently right now.  -- Oprah

Team 6 Pride

I am soaking up every bit of information on the "Target: Bin Laden" event and finding it mega interesting. So many questions arise. And yet, whether one is a fan or not, one has to admit, Obama's behavior was very cool under enormous pressures.

I am experiencing ever-increasing pride in our Navy Seals, especially Team 6. Certainly puts life in perspective, doesn't it?

...vgd

Team 6 Kudos

Not a day for celebration; a burden lifted. The pain, suffering, and grieving of 9/11 carries on for those who lost loved ones. I was fortunate. Timing is everything. My husband was at the top of one of the buildings for business the Friday before. Bin Laden's death will not bring back all those who perished on that day.  We will never forget that day.  Those images are etched in our minds.

God Bless Team 6.
God Bless our Navy Seals.
God Bless America.

..vgd

Exhibit News: Two photos sold!

Yes - two photos I entered into the exhibit SOLD! 

I will post them later.  Keep an eye on this blog.

I'm very happy, so excited, and quite inspired!

Ginny ;)

Please refer to March 11th's post for correction

St. Catherine of Bologna, Patron of the Arts, Ringwood, NJ

All work will be picked up between 4:15pm and 5:15pm

REVISION: Upcoming Event: A Little Bit of Soho in Ringwood

Upcoming Event:  St. Catherine of Bologna Patron of the Arts Association

(if the link doesn't work, please "Google" it)

My entries: art work in the form of a painting (canvas) and two photographs; one graphically designed.


Friday, March 18, 2011 - 6:00-11:00PM
Artists' & Poets' Reception

Saturday, March 19, 2011 - 3:00-11:00
Photographers' Reception

Sunday, March 20, 2011 - 10:00-2:45

Entertainment.

Art of all disciplines, music, wine, cheese & Hors d'oeuvres. Coffee and Pastries will be served. 

All work will be picked up on Sunday between 4:15pm and 5:15pm

Japan feeling the earthquake!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-12710020

This is truly a horror for Japan and the rest of the world.  I can't imagine the devastation.

My prayers are with you.

Reception for Exhibit on the 18th & 19th

Come one!  Come all!

I will be exhibiting my artwork to the end of a painting and two photographs (from two different countries) all with a religious theme.  This event takes place next Friday and Saturday, the 18th and 19th of March at St. Catherine of Bologna Patron of the Arts in Ringwood, NJ. 

http://www.stcatharts.org/

Hope to see you there!

Ginny

Profound Quote from Deepak Chopra

"To be financially secure don't spend money that you have not earned to buy things you don't need to impress people whom you don't like."   --Deepak Chopra


 
WOW.  I find this quote by Deepak Chopra, whom I've admired for many, many years, to be most profound.  I find myself doing this "to fit in" and I am happily getting to the point where I am happy enough with "self" that there is no need to impress anyone because... who are "they", anyway?  "They" are no better/worse than my own being.
 
 
Have a great, self-loving day!
Ginny

This is what work SHOULD be...

When people go to work, they shouldn't have to leave their hearts at home. - Betty Bender

Can *you* answer this?

“To love what you do and feel that it matters - how could anything be more fun?” ~Katherine Graham

The 50s Version of American Idol - and my Quest

My sister Margaretann was the female lead singer in the 50s of the group called "The Markeeds".  As many of you know, these groups were "the thing" back then.  Margaret (or Marg as I called her) had a great voice and had a basically low-key type of personality in her normal life.  However, when she sang, she sang with confidence.  Our cousin Frank (to the left of Margaret), the "father" person mentioned in the caption, also offered his vocals and played the piano for the group on occasion.  They played in various clubs throughout New Jersey. 

They won several talent contests with Margaret as the lead singer, and one in particular landed them a guest spot on "The Original Ted Mack Amateur Hour" show.  This show was the 50s equivalent of today's "American Idol."  I can't imagine her excitement back then, and then the adventure of shopping for something to wear!
I craved some sort of remembrance of those days, at least vocally.  I knew they recorded several songs.  Since her early demise in 2006, nobody could come up with any of the tapes/reels from back in the day.  Sad, isn't it?  It took me several months of research and emailing back and forth with a man associated with the archives of the show.  Between Frank, myself and the archive specialist, and much to my great joy, we managed to locate the video of that particular show.  This is what I received:

The caption read:  "My Father at 18 years old on the Ted Mack Amateur Hour 08-23-1958 The Markeeds"



You might ask why I am bringing this out at this point in time.  It's not a special anniversary or anything.  I am, myself, a singer and heading to competition with my chorus in Philadelphia the end of March.  I get misty when I think of how happy and proud she was to hear I had been voted in as a member of Hickory Tree Chorus back in 1994.  There's a special song in our repertoire called "It's Your Song".  Every time I sing it, she is in my thoughts.  I must admit, the first 100 times I sang the song, it was difficult to get through.  But I am proud to follow in her footsteps.  A little side note:  every year HTC returns home with a medal...for the past 17 years that I have been a member. 

hickorytreechorus.org

With a loving heart, great pride, and missing my sister....

Ginny G. De Mario

On Angels Magazine: Margaret's Angels

From there, select "Entrant's Websites!"

Then select Link to Artist's Websites

Then Find:  "Ginnyza10r" or "DeMario"

"Angels Watching Over Margaretann"

Another Quote - may be heard from anyone's own lips

"Everyone is special in his or her own way."  - Every One, Every Person, Every Single Human Being, Ginny De Mario

Show of Hands

Illustration of Tom




 

Tom 2003

Tom 2003

O2 Priority - Tom Jones backstage at The O2

Fifty-five seconds of pure bliss.

Photography, Nature

Beautiful bird on the beach
captured drinking from a shell

Graphic D Poster & Photography

Chrylser Poster
11"x14" or 13"x19"



The Borgund Stave Church
Laerdal, Norway
roughly 1,000 years old
8.5" x 11"



Painting

"Paterson Falls"
24" X 18" acrylic on canvas
kgdesignllc.com

KG Design LLC

WPU Library posters to encourage reading

WPU Library READ poster up close

KG Design LLC

2008 Membership Flyer

KG Design LLC Updates

Been taking a little (or a lot of) quality time to organize my artwork, painstakingly including all disciplines so I can properly upload it to my website, kgdesignllc.com.  I am focusing on canvas, print, and web.  I will be selling my work in the form of photography, paintings, portraits, print work, and web design.