Thursday, June 25, 2009

Got to Get Gone for a Minute



Hello Fellow Bloggers,
Well it's time to go and and make a little change (as in cheedar, green backs money, hee hee hee!
In other words, I'm going under. Got a few things cooking
and must be taken care of. I'm working on two books
and few other things. Can't come outside and play right now
but I will be back soon. Of course you know I will sneak
out every now and again hee hee hee!
Stay cool and stay creative .Take care and
have wonderful 4th.
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37 comments:

  1. TessaJune 25, 2009 at 6:27 AM

    Oh no! We'll miss you Vanessa! But I hope the two books are hugely successful...in fact, how could they not be?! Have fun, but please come back soon. xxoo

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  2. Tomás SerranoJune 25, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    I hope you show part of the work. Make the most of your time!
    Ah, wonderful new illustration for the blog head.

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  3. Vanessa Brantley NewtonJune 25, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    Thanks Tessa and Tomas. You guys are best!!!!

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  4. Cheryl LynnJune 25, 2009 at 9:09 AM

    Oh my, what am I going to do? I will miss you my sweet. I look forward to you little steal aways to come out and play.

    I love your illustration. The plane really makes me want to hop on one and head out myself.

    Your blog looks GREAT! I love the new look. The Banner is fantastic!

    Have a great day and I can't wait to hear about your projects.

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  5. Owl EngJune 25, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    Love this delightful illo. the silhouette of buidlings is cool and the plane is so lovely. The colours are superb nice!

    but i m gonna miss u...

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  6. Owl EngJune 25, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    and nice brand new header! so fun and lively!

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  7. Peter BreeseJune 25, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    Only so long and you eventually share these projects with us, else I'm going to have to pester you my friend!

    Congrats on the work!!! Always good to hear you are busy ;)

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  8. HeatherJune 25, 2009 at 12:25 PM

    Good luck on your projects and don't forget to take time to breathe! I'll miss your hilarious appearances--but I know you won't stay gone for good.

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  9. Eric BarclayJune 25, 2009 at 12:41 PM

    Have fun my friend; I look forward to your return.

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  10. RobertaJune 25, 2009 at 1:12 PM

    Well look at the changes here!!!!

    Good luck with your projects girl! If you get to go out for recess I'll be playing jacks on the sidewalk by the drinking fountain!!

    Hugs!

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  11. Kelly LightJune 25, 2009 at 6:18 PM

    Have fun- good luck - happy drawing!- can't wait to see what you come back with!!!

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  12. Lynn AlpertJune 25, 2009 at 8:18 PM

    OMG! I love your new header, I've been behind at updating mine ( I had to just take down the winter one, it was just too weird!) I love the plane illo, too! I'll be working on my www prompt and hopefully you'll see it when you get back. Good luck!

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  13. UnknownJune 25, 2009 at 10:33 PM

    oh work work work!!! we will be here whenever you have a moment!!!

    Your work will be wonderful and I am sure we can lure you back for the occassional visit!!!

    Hugs
    Diana

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  14. JarrettJune 26, 2009 at 1:20 PM

    You are truly something else!!! Where have you been all my blogging life? Your style is gorgeous.. the designs in your banner are amazing, and I really like this plane piece too.

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  15. justdoodleitJune 26, 2009 at 5:01 PM

    Really super cool blog header and have a nice trip :)

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  16. UnknownJune 27, 2009 at 1:36 AM

    Love the design!

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  17. ladyd210June 27, 2009 at 4:49 AM

    Understand my sistah and love how you left us with a new look to cherish until we see you. I too don't find as much 'play time' as I desire working outside the home more but when in the office trust new words are here. Love you!

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  18. fernusan@hotmail.comJune 27, 2009 at 5:25 AM

    lot of success Vanessa, we will miss your art and comments, so you must do a great work on your projects.

    Cheeers!
    Fernando

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  19. Candace Trew CamlingJune 27, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    Can't wait to see what's cookin! Love the little airplane illustration BTW!

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  20. ShellJune 27, 2009 at 1:39 PM

    Now don't be gone too long, I'll miss you.

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  21. AtelierBrigitteJune 27, 2009 at 1:42 PM

    Good look with everything, hope to see something from your projects soon.

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  22. EdrianJune 27, 2009 at 6:32 PM

    Sounds so exciting! I will miss you and hope you come back around soon. In the mean time, enjoy your 4th and make sure to take a break or two from your projects.

    Can't wait to read all about your summer adventures!

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  23. Tarun PadmakumarJune 27, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    aww.. my 2 mmonth gap from illustration friday just got over, and now ur going? no fair!

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  24. Chris KennettJune 28, 2009 at 7:53 PM

    Best of luck with your projects! Have fun!

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  25. Debra KeirceJune 29, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    Yes, check back soon Vanessa, and best wishes for LOTS of wonderful, amazing, genius bursts of creativity so you can do an incredible job on your books!!!!

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  26. IndigeneJune 29, 2009 at 10:28 AM

    Oh, I hope you're having fun! I will miss you! But, oh, how I wish it could be me! Hugs, dear one!

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  27. Eric BarclayJune 29, 2009 at 10:44 AM

    Forgot to tell you how much I love your new masthead. I've been back 3 times now just to admire it.

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  28. Francisco MartinsJune 29, 2009 at 6:06 PM

    Hey friend!
    Two books? uauuu! best luck with that!!!
    Going away for a while? ohhh, I'll miss u Vanessa!

    Nice header by the way!!

    Xuackkk!

    Francisco

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  29. UnknownJuly 1, 2009 at 12:22 AM

    wow two books, nice! congrats! looking forward to seeing those in the future

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  30. SabbioJuly 1, 2009 at 2:52 AM

    See you soon I hope :)

    And I have this little something for you here http://duhautdemoncannelier.blogspot.com/2009/07/un-joli-prix-de-juillet.html

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  31. yoon seeJuly 1, 2009 at 3:40 AM

    Take care Vanessa:)

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  32. michael robertsonJuly 1, 2009 at 5:46 PM

    Hey Vanessa! Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to come and visit. I was going through withDRAWl (bad pun,sorry)... wow! two books-congrats.I can't wait to see them. Good luck and have a great 4th.

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  33. Vanessa Brantley NewtonJuly 2, 2009 at 9:18 AM

    Hello Everyone, I just wanted to tell you all how wonderful it is to hear from you. I really appreciate you taking time to come by even in my absents. I know how busy everyone is. You are the best!!!! I mean. The best. I wish each and everyone of you wonderful and happy 4th. Please eat a few burgers and corn for me. I will still be in here working. Hopefully I will be able to share a few illustration with you . Please, please, please yall be careful out there! Be good... okay then... be careful hee he hee hee!
    Later Yall

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  34. nella gaticaJuly 2, 2009 at 9:54 AM

    I`LL MISS YOU!!!!!!!!!!;)

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  35. Ces AdorioJuly 3, 2009 at 9:39 PM

    ACK! I see you are gone. I know you and Bella are friends, I created a new special award and you are one of its first recipients. Will you please do me the honor of accepting it? Thanks.

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  36. Amy CJuly 4, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    fun fun fun - good luck with the books - cant wait to see and buy one or two!

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  37. Loni EdwardsJuly 9, 2009 at 3:17 PM

    I will miss your posts Vanessa, but am so happy for you! Congratulations!

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