Saturday, February 6, 2010

Mud Flap Jack

Mud Flap Jack
Knew where all the local mud holes
where at!
His mama tried to keep him clean
at him often she would scream
"Jack you best come back here
as clean as when you left here!"
Jack had magic sneakers that stayed
clean no matter what he did!
Mud Flap Jack such a special little kid.
he he he he!!
Happy Week to all.
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44 comments:

  1. ShellFebruary 6, 2010 at 6:28 PM

    Mud Flap Jack is adorable. I can relate not that I was a mud lover. My hair always was nicely done, after coming from outside my hair was all over the place. Sometimes, my mom wasn't amused.
    I have a little gift for you on my Wednesday post.

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  2. Melinda StanleyFebruary 6, 2010 at 6:47 PM

    Oh, Mud Flap Jack reminds me of myself when I was a kid. Accept, maybe he is a little more mindful of his safety? ;) I was the type of kid who always jumped before looking. Mud Flap Jack, on the other hand, looks as if he knows exactly what he is jumping into! Cute illustration, Vanessa! I love it!

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  3. KristaFebruary 6, 2010 at 6:48 PM

    Sa-weeet! Where can we get some of those sneakers? On e-bay? An etsy shop?

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  4. illustration poetryFebruary 6, 2010 at 8:57 PM

    Oh Vanessa, Mud Flap Jack is SUPER FUN! I wish I had that little cowboy's energy :))
    As always, you are a gem!!
    Happy week to you too as well, V!

    xxoo

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  5. k.h.whitakerFebruary 6, 2010 at 9:15 PM

    Cute,love the teeth, looks like Mud Flap Jack has lots of fun.

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  6. Kelly MedinaFebruary 6, 2010 at 10:52 PM

    So mischievous is he! Very cute and fun. :)

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  7. Joyce Ann MartinFebruary 6, 2010 at 11:23 PM

    He is fantastic!!! Hehehe, everyone would be so happy if we just went out and had as much fun as Mud Flap Jack. :D Lovely work, as always!

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  8. roberta bairdFebruary 7, 2010 at 12:20 AM

    Be still my heart for Mud Flap Jack!!
    You've got to love a boy with a grin like that!

    The best thing about being a children's book artist is that you get to stay in touch with that child inside... Love it v!

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  9. Tomás SerranoFebruary 7, 2010 at 5:06 AM

    Fantastic illustration. I like specially the face, the mouth with the visible gum, he, he.

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  10. JanineFebruary 7, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    Yippie, Jack seems to have a swell time.
    Isn´t there something more funny, than to jump into mud.
    Have a great week
    Janine

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  11. Nina Seven N7February 7, 2010 at 5:36 PM

    great, fun little character, vanessa! love the way you did the mud - it's fab!

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  12. Bella SinclairFebruary 7, 2010 at 5:45 PM

    YIIIHAWWW! Hahahaha, his sneakers may stay clean, but what about the rest of him, hmmmmmmm???? Fabba dabba doozy, Vanessa! Hey, I know that red hat. I KNOW THAT HAT! Hahahahahahahaha!

    You make me smile BIG time. I can always count on you. :D

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  13. Ces AdorioFebruary 7, 2010 at 5:53 PM

    I love his outfit his sneakers and his lentiginous cheeks!

    Vanessa you are an illustrator of mirth! Just like Bella - peas in a pod.

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  15. lindaFebruary 8, 2010 at 3:55 AM

    Fantastic work! I love the expression on the face :P

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  16. AbzFebruary 8, 2010 at 9:42 AM

    like the face!

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  17. michael robertsonFebruary 8, 2010 at 9:54 AM

    fantastic! I love his expression and all the energy you've got going here! another beautiful illustration!

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  18. Alé MercadoFebruary 8, 2010 at 3:31 PM

    Great illustration!. Really nice use of colour!

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  19. get zappedFebruary 8, 2010 at 6:19 PM

    Totally fun! Such great colors and expression. I wanna play!

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  20. Heart CharlieFebruary 8, 2010 at 7:00 PM

    How cute ;) Love this!!

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  21. Cheryl Lynn Pastor February 8, 2010 at 10:34 PM

    I loves me some Mud Flap Jack! I wish I could find a pair of sneakers like his for myself. Of course, they'd have to be stiletto sneakers that stay clean, no matter how much wear they'd get during New York fashion week! HA!

    Love you, Momma. It was great to hear your voice last week. Hope we can talk again soon, girlie!

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  22. UnknownFebruary 8, 2010 at 10:56 PM

    oh so cuteeeeeeeeeeeeeee Vanessa!!! you are always coming up with these fun characters!!! well done my dear friend!!!

    Have a wonderful week!!!

    Hugs
    Diana

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  23. justdoodleitFebruary 9, 2010 at 6:08 AM

    That toothy smile looks so mischievous. Fun illo!

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2010 at 9:53 AM

    He's got that mischievous smile. Like his momma told him to stay clean, but he played in the mud anyway. Very awesome. Love his expression and movement.

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  25. Megan CoyleFebruary 9, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    What a fun illustration - his grin is fantastic.

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  26. ShirleyFebruary 9, 2010 at 2:47 PM

    OH, he's stylin, Vanessa! What a great illustration..and love those red sneakers..wow. I always enjoy visiting you..you make my day! : )

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  27. Vicki SmithFebruary 9, 2010 at 4:04 PM

    Jack is just too cute. Love the stitching on the overalls and those retro sneakers.

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  28. Dena E's BlogFebruary 9, 2010 at 10:25 PM

    Wow!!! You go Girl...Awesome creations V...There's just no stopping you, Gods really put the blessings on you Sweetie!!!
    Hugs Dena

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  29. IndigeneFebruary 10, 2010 at 2:59 AM

    Where do you get this stuff? lol! Are you sure you're not a stand-up comedienne? You really could take your show on the road and make millions...I'd sell tickets for you! Wonderful illustration...lol!

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  30. illustration poetryFebruary 10, 2010 at 9:38 AM

    no, Vanessa, YOU are amazing.

    xxoo

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  31. ShirleyFebruary 10, 2010 at 10:20 AM

    Oh Nester, I woke up to your message, and just wanted you to know that I'm sending big hugs your way! I found that awesome Japanese proverb and I think it just captures exactly what I must always remember during the difficult times - so I am so happy that I found it to post this week of all weeks. Give yourself the gift to allow yourself to feel those emotions, move through them, and then "stand up eight" again soon. You know that I'm rootin' for ya way over here on the West (or Left coast as my No. Carolina friend calls it). xoxo - Shirley

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  33. MrBibleHeadFebruary 10, 2010 at 4:12 PM

    Hey Vanessa! I was a Mud Flap Jack... except for those magic sneakers. I could still use a pair of those. I always buy a new pair and say " I'm keepin' these in perfect condition!" but, since they aren't the magic variety, they soon become old,worn and dirty. I actually had a red pair of Converse just like your adorable fellow. Great stuff Vanessa! God has truly blessed you with a special talent. I love stopping by and seeing what special treat you'll have in store. you never disappoint!

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  34. Peter BreeseFebruary 10, 2010 at 8:44 PM

    Brilliant V, just fantastic. And those teeth! Ha ha... long live Mud Flap Jack.

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  35. donny*February 10, 2010 at 10:14 PM

    hey, hey i want to join jack. i used to be a top notch mud slosher back in the day. :) wonderful illustration, vanessa!

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  36. Dear FirefliesFebruary 11, 2010 at 5:53 AM

    Hey, V!! How's life? Hope you're having as much fun as Mud Flap Jack... xx

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  37. Michelle HenningerFebruary 11, 2010 at 10:45 AM

    Awww, I love MudFlap Jack. What a wonderful illustration! You can feel his personality shining on through! I hope his mom doesn't get too mad at him! heh heh! Love the action V!

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  38. Kay AkerFebruary 11, 2010 at 3:46 PM

    The ultimate in impishness!

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  39. Francisco MartinsFebruary 11, 2010 at 8:02 PM

    He he he! this is Funnn!!!
    I used to do this all the time when I was a kid (I think that there isn't one single kid on Earth that doesn't love to do it! :D)
    Another great piece for your hugeee colection of masterpieces! Have a great Weekend V.! :)

    Kiss

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  40. Bella SinclairFebruary 12, 2010 at 12:56 AM

    We got no troubles, Life is de bubbles, UNDER da sea! Hahahaha!

    Wahooooo, V! You're WHAT? Jack's comin over? AAAAHHHHH! Okay, okay, I'm gonna get everything saran wrapped real good and scotchguard our butts. Send Jackie Boy over! So EXCITED! We'll take extra good care of him for ya. Have fun in toyland, babe!

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  41. Mary HallFebruary 12, 2010 at 7:16 AM

    Lovely pic! Love his expression, the stitching details and his shoes (sorry, should probably say sneakers, but I'm a bit too British!)

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  42. SusanFebruary 12, 2010 at 10:05 AM

    Oh how fun! Where were those sneakers when we were kids? Love the colors and his smug expression! Mucho congrats on the book, that's wonderful!

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  43. LindaFebruary 13, 2010 at 6:01 AM

    Ooo I love his grin!! So cute!

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  44. AnFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:08 PM

    Beautiful work. By true I have known that you illustrated a book of Espelin...I expect that it be good, if no, your work open it saved. Kisses and embraces

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