Every story is better with you in it
I am Debralee Elizabeth Marianna Iacobucci, the sole proprietor of DEMI Artistic Studios. Most people recognize me under the moniker, DEMI. I am a versatile illustrator, painter, designer and humanitarian. I have freelanced for twenty-five years with the ability to fulfill pressing deadlines without sacrificing the quality of my work. Once upon a time, I was owner of Gallery DEMI (now online) and private art teacher with affiliations to the East Side Art Center, RISD Museum's FFAS, and New Urban Arts where I created their Portfolio Preparatory Progam.
Currently, I have a home studio in the heart of Historic Hill where I create children's books and enjoy illustration painting design and whatever creative ideas flow from my connections to my imagination.
If you would like to schedule a studio visit, discuss commissioning work, have price inquiries, want DEMI Artistic Studio updates, I would be delighted to communicate. Please don't hesitate.
Reach me by email: debralee@demiartistic.com
or
mobile: (401)954-4916
And please follow my Instagram handle @DEMIArtistic
If my work compels you, share my URL and social links with your networks. www.demiartistic.com
Thank you for your time, and enjoy!
~DEMI
Bookmarks by Noah
"Every story is better with you in it" started as an intentional idea for bookmarks. The person who receives this gift, will be reminded that the giver cares about them. Even if the bookmark isn't used often, when it is rediscovered, it will forever remind you of the person who gave it to you. And if you buy it for yourself, it's a message from me saying, "I see you. And thank you for becoming part of my story." It became the stamp for all my artwork. A message I want to share with everyone who appreciates something I create.
Once, I became pregnant with my son, the statement became more deeply meaningful. Fast forward: at 18 months old, my son created his first paintings. I decided to frame one and use the other for bookmarks - sharing a piece of our artistic journey together with all of you as a deeper symbol of love and community. And because the organization Healthy Families has been with us guiding me since day one, part of the proceeds will be given back as a donation to support their efforts.
Lady Lily Bug featured in Times Square for Rare Disease Day
The Rare Disease Foundation's ongoing global traveling exhibition, "Beyond the Diagnosis", raises awareness of diseases that are normally overlooked by circulating galleries and universities throughout the world. My portrait of Lady Lily Bug is the face for Cystinosis.
Join us in raising awareness through art here.
**Paintings exhibited in Beyond the Diagnosis are not for sale."
Wet Paint hosted by the Newport Art Museum 2025
After working fifteen years five days a week on the wharfs in downtown Newport, RI, it was time to create an homage.
"Bannister's Wharf"
**The inked 12" x 36" work of art auctioned for $475 at the Wet Paint event on August 9, 2025. Watercolored renders, black and white prints and stationary will be for sale soon on the website here.
LIVE PAINTING ON APRIL 27th!
DEMI has collaborated with Bobbles and Lace, Newport!
17 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840
Join me in the process of illustrating.
**Nature of Conversation paintings are now available as greeting cards. My signature heart magnets as well as a few select small original paintings are also for sale in store now.
Art Auction April 24th!
Come support me and the Boys and Girls Club of Warwick, RI during this fun event, and help raise money for the club! The Effect of Water Bougainvillea will be featured in their art auction. And I will be there creating a painting in real time inspired by the event which will be auctioned off at the end of the night.
Thank you!
Thank you to all the collectors, lovers, and publishers of my work. You energize me and inspire me to believe in my artistic visions. I hope they speak to you in moving ways forever.
Patronage
Your donation supports future project supplies, commercial manufacturing costs, research and travel. Patrons that make a donation will be automatically added to my email list.
