The Anniversary II Art Contest & Exhibit was an open theme, and artists from around the world were invited to enter. This exhibit is comprised of many deserving works in a range of mediums and styles. Best in show was awarded to Steve Wilda for his masterful acrylic painting, which puts a contemporary twist on still life paintings that evoke the Dutch master's and adds the theme of decay. 2nd place went to Tai Taealii, whose fascinating piece is made of a variety of materials (ballpoint pen, spraypaint, stencils and marker inks) and references an equally wide ...

During her travels to the world's greatest fashion shows in Paris, Milan, and London, to the film festivals in Park City, Berlin and Cannes, to the art & design shows in Miami, Basel, Milan, and Hong Kong and to a range of global health, beauty and science seminars, Editor-in-Chief and President of EYES IN Vivian Van Dijk finds the most compelling individuals to profile since launching EYES IN Magazine in late 2010. Specifically magnifying stories from New York to Russia, Denmark and all the way to Argentina, Issue 16 of EYES IN Magazine features stories from Music ...

Capital Sign Solutions has completed what is probably its most creative and ambitious project to date. The Raleigh signage company worked closely with PDQ, a restaurant that recently opened in Sutton Square on Falls of Neuse Road in Raleigh, to redesign elements of the restaurant's building design in order to house the company's logo indoors in order to retain its corporate branding. Current property covenants would have required PDQ to change the colors of its outdoor signage. Capital Sign Solutions founder and President, Patrick Mills, said his company was brought ...

What differentiates Trinity Preparatory Academy from other private schools? The Board of Directors and founding families are dedicated to ensuring that the Christian worldview reaches across all subject areas and is incorporated into every aspect of the educational experience at Trinity Prep. One way that Trinity Preparatory Academy is incorporating the Christian worldview is by adopting curricula not separated from God. Kristine Poland, Head of Family Ministries states, "We believe that faith and learning are inseparable. This belief is the basis for every curriculum ...

Nevermore Toys is headed by R. Todd Broadwater, Owner and Design Director of the studio. Broadwater has more than 13 years' experience in the toy and game industry, recently lending his talents to such titles as XCOM: Enemy Unknown, Fallout 3 and Oblivion. "Our experiences with the unknown live on and are still a part of the curiosity and wonder that exist within us today," says Broadwater. "It is my pleasure to share these stories with children and adults in the form of these collectible toys." Broadwater has spent a number of years researching ...

WeezLabs, Inc., a leading developer of websites, databases and mobile applications for iOS and Android smart devices, has launched iDesk (https://itunes.apple.com/app/id571274830), a mobile app that makes it easy for employers and workers, including contractors, consultants and freelancers, to monitor and maximize time spent on the job. iDesk provides all registered users of oDesk.com with the functionality of the oDesk website, the world's largest online workplace, via an elegant and smart iPad and iPad Mini application. The app is ideal for any type of professional ...

Tasker Payment Gateways reassures high-risk merchants that there are Magento Authorize.net eCommerce solutions that can be tailored to fit their needs. This is due to some recent positive industry bank changes that have enabled Tasker Payment Gateways to be able to extend viable, affordable payment gateway solutions to these merchants. Not every merchant finds it easy to accept credit cards online for payment. There are many merchants that are categorized as "unqualified" to accept credit cards for payment. These same aspiring merchants oftentimes find themselves ...

The Atlanta-based architectural firm, LG Squared, Inc. has designed the first-ever Proud Green Home which is currently under construction in, Serenbe, one of the few EarthCraft Communities in the Southeast, just outside of Atlanta, GA. This one-of-a-kind collaborative project with the sustainable media company ProudGreenHome.com and the Georgia-based green building experts, Imery Group "aims to make the science behind green building more accessible to the average homebuyer," said Bob Fincher, Publisher and CEO of ProudGreenHome.com. The anticipated completion ...

As any good indie filmmaker knows, post-production is an extremely important part of the puzzle when it comes to creating a great independent film. The process can often become overwhelming however, and leave the indie filmmaker unsure of how to begin post-production or find a facility that caters to the specific needs of independent filmmaking. When Director Matthan Harris was ready to finish his film titled The Inflicted, he began searching for an indie friendly post house that would deliver the same quality as a big budget film. When he learned that AlphaDogs not ...

La Isla, an environmentally and socially conscious couture swim and apparel brand, announces the posting of a special, exclusive interview with Cedella Marley on their blog Beyond the Break at http://www.laislabrand.com/beyond-the-break/ Cedella Marley, the creator of Catch a Fire Clothing Line and the daughter of legendary reggae singer Bob Marley, has granted La Isla with an exclusive interview on her up and coming line, her passions, and her charity platform 1Love. Cedella shares with La Isla the idea behind her latest project, Cho, and her advice on how women entrepreneurs ...

Velvet Ropes ENT office announced today the Raw Uncut Hip Hop Showcase Competition for Unsigned Artists will be held on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at the Maverick's Flat, 4225 Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles, CA. http://www.velvetropesent.com Hip Hop artists are invited to audition and compete for a $500 cash prize and many more valuable prizes. The showcase will feature some of LA's hottest up-and-coming Hip Hop artists. Each artist will have a 4 minute set to showcase their talent. Celebrity judges will be onsite to score each artist on their overall performance and ...

A leading online market research and survey company in the UK has released the first of its monthly brand analysis results for 2013, which are designed to take a indicative snapshot of public opinion across a range of brands from within all sectors of life. Following on from a traditionally downtrodden Christmas period, the January published results are a key benchmark for changing attitudes amongst the British public beginning the new year. Perhaps most pertinent in a time of austerity and cut-backs, the SurveySeat brand index analysis includes political party leaders ...

Award-winning author Robert Thornhill announces the release of the twelfth installment in his Lady Justice mystery/comedy series, Lady Justice And The Class Reunion. The first eleven novels in the series, Lady Justice Takes A C.R.A.P. City Retiree Action Patrol, Lady Justice And The Lost Tapes, Lady Justice Gets Lei'd, Lady Justice And The Avenging Angels, Lady Justice And The Sting, Lady Justice And Dr. Death, Lady Justice and the Vigilante, Lady Justice and the Watchers, Lady Justice and the Candidate, Lady Justice and the Book Club Murders and Lady Justice and the ...

PDF Postman is an add-on to Microsoft Outlook that will secure and encrypt any outgoing emails and files. It will send out secure, encrypted files and email messages through Microsoft Outlook to any other email recipient who has the correct password. This is a practical add-in for Microsoft Outlook that will help to send out business, private, or personal information securely through email. There are a variety of different services that can be used to encrypt Microsoft Outlook messages, but PDF Postman gives the recipient a hassle free way to read the emails. That is, ...

Arizona Crime Victim Attorney, Law Office of Sara J. Powell will sponsor a table at the 18th annual Valley of the Sun Chapter of Parents of Murdered Children Fundraiser Auction and Dinner. The sponsored table will be donated to members of the organization. The event will be held February 22, 2013 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Mountain Preserve Reception Center located at 1431 E. Dunlap in Phoenix, Arizona. Both a silent and live auction will be held with more than 300 prizes. All prizes are donated by friends, family and the business community. In addition to the auctions, ...

Grammar Chic, Inc., a literary consultancy based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is proud to announce the launch of the company's new website. Located at www.grammarchic.net and www.grammarchic.com, the organization partnered with Right Brain Branding Consultants, located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, in the website redesign effort. Amanda E. Clark, president and editor-in-chief of Grammar Chic Inc., comments on the decision to recreate the website, along with the logo, after almost four years in business. "I am quite proud to say that Grammar Chic is about to celebrate ...

onShore Networks, a leading provider of computer network management services in the Chicagoland area, announced today that it has recently formed a partnership with communications powerhouse MegaPath to add Ethernet over Copper and xDSL offerings to onShore's internet connectivity (ISP) services portfolio. MegaPath, which merged with Covad and Speakeasy in September 2010, brings national reach to onShore via a fiber-optic interconnection at onShore's 216 W. Jackson data center. onShore can now extend its internet connectivity, private cloud, and voice offerings to customers ...

While preparation for ICD-10 intensifies, questions surrounding EMR vendor readiness and ICD-10-related technologies are surfacing. In the KLAS report, ICD-10 Perception 2012: Can Technology Relieve Readiness Issues?, the second report of a two-part series, KLAS discusses how leading providers around the country are utilizing third-party consulting firms to help them overcome these and other key ICD-10 challenges, including staff readiness, training, and technology. The report reveals that providers rated EMR vendors Cerner, Epic, and Siemens highest in their ICD-10 ...

This firm is getting ready for the appeal in the case of Brown v. Quicken Loans. This is a case that some of you may have heard about involving a local woman and her daughter who had gotten a loan through Quicken Loans which later became the subject of a foreclosure. As Bordas & Bordas investigated the facts of the case, we quickly learned that Quicken did a number of things that were inappropriate, such as making promises that it would not keep, and never intended to keep; hiring appraisers that gave false and inappropriate appraisal values; promising reduced interest ...

The Hilton Garden Inn Columbia SC Hotel (Northeast) announces a special Romance Package for guests to enjoy. Perfect for any couple looking for a romantic weekend getaway including this Valentine's Day, this Columbia hotel's Romance Package includes: - Early check-in - In-room sparkling wine or cider upon arrival - As always, access to the hotel's fitness center, pool and hot tub. - Full breakfast for two in the hotel's Great American Grill restaurant - Late check-out available upon request Some restrictions may apply; a limited number of rooms may be available ...

Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter Hotel North, located near Dunwoody, GA, announces a new special savings package. Guests can treat someone to a special Valentine's Day they will never forget with the Romance Package. Celebrate with the one you love and enjoy: - Package rates from $129 per night (plus tax) - Full American breakfast for two daily - Complimentary chocolate or fruit per stay - One bottle of champagne - 4pm late check-out based on availability Some restrictions may apply; Reference rate plan "SIROMPKG" or book online at http://deals.sheraton.com/Sheraton-Atlanta-Perimeter-North-Hotel-3089/romance.htm. "Let ...

The Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Airport Hotel (North), located near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, announces a special Romance Package. Perfect for couples planning a romantic getaway, guests can take advantage of this special offer. Celebrate with the one you love and enjoy: - Early check-in - In-room sparkling wine or cider upon arrival - As always, access to hotel 24-hour fitness center, pool and whirlpool. - Full breakfast for two in this Hartsfield hotel's Great American Grill - Late check-out available upon request Some restrictions may ...

The holidays are a time of celebration and indulgence. With many parties and family gatherings to attend, people are tempted with an abundance of rich, fatty foods that can be difficult for even the most health conscious individual to resist. According to a study by Tufts University, the average American gains about 1 pound between Thanksgiving and New Year's. For those individuals that are already overweight, this weight gain can be in excess of 5 pounds. Studies have also shown that this holiday weight gain tends to build over the years, with most people never losing ...

College is full of major decisions that may have significant impact on your life after school, but how important is the decision about your major? While many students are struggling to find sustainable employment after graduation, increasing emphasis has been placed on selecting the "right" major, or one that holds the highest earning potential. This pressure to earn a degree that will produce the best job opportunities has many students avoiding what they are naturally inclined to do, and instead, opting for a more practical major. Atlanta staffing agency, ...

You don't have to live a radical lifestyle to be eco-friendly. It is the small things that add up and contribute to the health of our environment, and this is why the document shredding in Atlanta service company, A Shred Ahead, is reminding residents to recycle their used paper. Many people mindlessly discard paper in the garbage, as if it is trash that serves no purpose. These Atlanta shredding experts are fully aware of the damage this can cause to the environment as a whole, especially given the amount of paper that is not recycled every year. Saving Trees is Not ...