Sunday, April 11, 2010

Scene from "Don't Let Auntie Mable Bless the Table"


Hello Everyone,
I finally caught a little break so that I could come out and play for a second.
It's really busy around here and we are happy about that!
This is a scene from a new book that I wrote and Illustrated called
"Don't Let Auntie Mable Bless the Table"
What happens when Auntie Mable blesses that table??
Havco and a little chaos is what! The guest get a little irritated
and hungry while Auntie Mable says the table grace and that's
all I can tell you right now. It will be in stores for the Thanksgiving
Holidays and is being published by Blue Apple Books.
I'll keep you posted. Have a great weekend!!
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34 comments:

  1. rachel awesApril 11, 2010 at 9:23 AM

    oh my heavens! congratulations!! it sounds delightful!! cheers to shining, published you! xo

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  2. Lauren CastilloApril 11, 2010 at 9:37 AM

    Hahaa, this looks hilarious! Congratulations—can't wait to read it Vanessa!!

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  3. AnonymousApril 11, 2010 at 10:48 AM

    Wow congrats on your new book :D it sure does sound and am sure it will be an awesome book to read!!!

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  4. AbzApril 11, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    :D congratssssssssssssssssssssss! looks fun and has your signature style posted all over it! I love it when artists have their own flair to everything!

    Happy Sunday-- and boy, is it sunny!

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  5. Lins ArtyblobsApril 11, 2010 at 11:54 AM

    Congratulations, it looks like it will be a fun book. Great illustration.

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  6. Kassandra HellerApril 11, 2010 at 1:37 PM

    WOW! I just ran into this blog and your work has left me in awe! Sounds like a fun book! I think a lot of families have an "Auntie Mable" at the thanksgiving table! Haha! Great style, Vanessa!

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  7. Tamara HendersonApril 11, 2010 at 2:56 PM

    Congratulations on the new book!It sound like it's going to be a very funny one! Have a great weekend!

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  8. Ginger*:)April 11, 2010 at 4:43 PM

    The illustration is fantastic, Vanessa, I love it.

    We had an "Auntie Mabel" in our family ... oh my did she bless and bless and bless our table. I will be looking for your book!

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  9. Bella SinclairApril 11, 2010 at 5:26 PM

    Oh GEEZ, let me get my sunglasses out. This SPARKLES! I don't know how you do it, but you pack so much pizazz and style into your characters. Their faces say so much with just an upturned chin and a sideways glance. That doggy just CRACKS me up. And I love that guy with the long up-do. And their struts! Oh, man, you really know how to bring it on with your lines and your paintbrush. Maybe the table isn't getting blessed anytime soon, but YOU certainly are. Glad you could come up for air, Miss diVine. Hope you got a good dose of sunny, warm weather. Love you!

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  10. Dear FirefliesApril 11, 2010 at 5:28 PM

    Ackh! You are the coolest, coolest dancing ladybug ever!! Never short of ideas, I see?? A mountain of congrats and a HUGE hug to you, V!!! Can't wait to meet Auntie Mable in person... oxx

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  11. Lisa M GriffinApril 11, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    Look at all your great characters... even the dog! It sounds wonderful and quite lyrical too. Can't wait to hear all the details, and thanks for coming out to play. ;)

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  12. FAVREAUApril 11, 2010 at 7:50 PM

    Love the colors & love the expressions! Nice work!

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  13. SusanApril 11, 2010 at 7:54 PM

    Wow O wow Ms. Vee - this is spectacular! Love your fun characters and your cool retro style! I can't wait to meet Auntie Mable, sounds like we're gonna like her a whole lot more then her guests! A huge hug of congratulations to you, wow you are on a rooolllll!!! Great stuff!

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  14. k.h.whitakerApril 11, 2010 at 9:51 PM

    Yay, a new book for my collection! Love it as always Vanessa. They all have so much personality. I absolutely love it. I knew this was going to be a great year for you and I'm so happy for you!!! (Did I say this already?) I am just so excited for you.

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  15. Cheryl Lynn Pastor April 11, 2010 at 10:16 PM

    OMG! This is just another wonderful blessing for you! I praise God that you are experiencing so much success. All I can say is congratulations to you, wonderful artist lady!

    I look forward to adding your beautiful works to my collection.

    Love you so much and hope to talk with you next week.

    Have a great evening.

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  16. MrBibleHeadApril 12, 2010 at 12:33 AM

    Congrats my dear Vanessa! I didn't know you were a writer too! Wow! You are one talented human being! If your writing is anything like your illustrations... you are soon to be on the best seller list. Great work!... and God bless you and your loved ones.

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  17. lindaApril 12, 2010 at 3:46 AM

    Oh fantastic, must be exciting waiting for the book to come out...lovely illos!

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  18. Jane WilsonApril 12, 2010 at 9:57 AM

    Can't wait for this to come out! It looks hilarious! Great Work Vanessa!

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  19. DonApril 12, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    What a wonderful illustration! Congrats on the book. Looks like fun!

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  20. micheleApril 12, 2010 at 1:45 PM

    Ohhh boy, I can totally relate with these characters! Looks like a hungry crowd! "C'mon, Auntie Mable, dont' let the food get cold!" Best of luck with this project- I'm sure it's going to be a success! : )

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  21. KellyApril 12, 2010 at 3:49 PM

    Vanessa! I saw one of your book covers at the store the other day! I love this piece and all of your work!!!!!! Hope you're doing fabulous. It sure looks like you are!

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  22. KristaApril 12, 2010 at 6:45 PM

    LOVE, love, LOVE it!!! So many awesome characters in such a small space! Sounds like a really fun story!

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  23. xxxApril 12, 2010 at 8:17 PM

    Hello... I have an invitation for you to join myself and others in a creative project.
    This invitation comes from me via Bella Sinclair and I hope that you are able to join us.

    Please visit my blog to read the post 'creativity and an invitation for you', to see who else is involved and for more details.

    I hope you can join us.
    Thank you,
    best wishes
    Robyn 'fragments treasures memory'

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  24. ShellApril 13, 2010 at 12:10 AM

    I love the picture and title. What's even funnier is that my cat's name is Mable, too!!

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  25. ShirleyApril 13, 2010 at 12:13 PM

    I'm grinning EAR to EAR this morning, Nester! This is fantastic..I can't wait to hear more and more importantly get my hands on that wonderful book this Thanksgiving! Awesome! It's already full of great energy. Thank you for keeping us updated on you...take good care and hugs to you!

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  26. tea time and rosesApril 13, 2010 at 10:00 PM

    A Big Congratulation to you!! You inspire me greatly, thank you so much! Looks like a beautiful book indeed!

    Smiles....

    Beverly

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  27. HeatherApril 15, 2010 at 7:54 AM

    Oh this is AWESOME! Congratulations. I can't wait to see it! Love the topic, and the illustration! Looks like you had a great time at the library, too! Lucky you!!!

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  28. BradApril 15, 2010 at 3:16 PM

    fanstastic! i can't wait for it! your style is so awesome!

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  29. Kay AkerApril 18, 2010 at 8:37 PM

    Can't wait! I'm getting giddy with anticipation!

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  30. Tomás SerranoApril 19, 2010 at 5:19 AM

    Uh, I see you have so much work... and great!

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  31. justdoodleitApril 19, 2010 at 5:49 AM

    This is surely works up an appetite for more cool art :)

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  32. JanineApril 21, 2010 at 4:02 PM

    How wonderful, that you are going to illustrate this book.
    I hope you will get so many many more jobs.
    Your illustrations are the best.
    This lovely people with the dishes, thats priceless, DELICIOUS!!!

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  33. Ann PilicerApril 22, 2010 at 1:18 PM

    Wow congrats on the new book! How wonderful. I can not wait to read it! It looks like a winner! :D

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  34. ELLA ELVIANAMay 11, 2010 at 1:48 AM

    ha ha this is so cute!

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