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M. Nicole van Dam
Central Coast, California

Art that makes Your Heart Sing with the Memory of What Could Be

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Following is some fun background information on the real-life Leonberger dog behind "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini"(TM), as well as some sketches and excerpts from M. Nicole van Dam's book, "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini". More fun background information is available in the companion book also by M. Nicole van Dam, called "The Background Story of Inca Dink, The Great Houndini", We hope you enjoy each of them, and would love to hear your thoughts!



Photo of the Real-Life Leonberger Dog Inca


First, here is a photo of the real-life Leonberger dog Inca, dressed as Inca Dink, The Great Houndini"(TM) taken from M. Nicole van Dam's book, "The Background Story of "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini":

Real Life Leonberger dog Inca



Excerpts from the Children's Book "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini"(TM)

Here are some excerpts from M. Nicole van Dam's book, "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini":



Hilary Mouse settles down to lunch



Inca Dink suddenly appears



Oh no - the cheese is HUGE



Sketches from the Children's Book "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini"(TM)


Here is a starting sketch that shows some of the process of how a book is illustrated. You will find more information on the making of this children's book in M. Nicole van Dam's book, "The Background Story of "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini":

Starting sketch from Inca Dink, The Great Houndini



More background on the real-life Leonberger dog Inca:


The real-life Leonberger dog Inca, was an adorable puppy and a much-loved pet therapy dog at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, as shown here from photos taken from M. Nicole van Dam's book, "The Background Story of "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini":

Inca was an adorable puppy



Inca was a pet therapy dog



To purchase "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini" and "The Background Story of Inca Dink, The Great Houndini" please visit Butterflies.bz



"Inca Dink, The Great Houndini" and the Background Story of Inca Dink, The Great Houndini," including the characters, artworks, and storylines respectively therein, are by and TM & (c) 1999 - 2011 M. Nicole van Dam. All Rights Reserved.

To purchase "Inca Dink, The Great Houndini" and "The Background Story of Inca Dink, The Great Houndini" please visit Butterflies.bz

TM and (c) 1999-2011 M. Nicole van Dam. All Rights Reserved.




It's Spring
Gondolier of Venice
I Love You Mom
Winter
Autumn Rose
Bench at Giverny
Cello Fantasy
Contemplating Eve
Summer Afternoon
Ballet des Fleurs
Dolphin Fountain at the Harbor
I Love You Mom
Country Cottage
Passion Flower
Flower Celebration
Peace
Mission at Santa Barbara
Flower Faeries
Roses of Conquest
Sailing
Floral Chorus
Voting Booth
Butterfly Woman
Flowers and Song
Grandma's Table
Spa Day
WaterFall
Waiter at the Champs Elysees
Tea Time
Water Fountain
Beckoning Bay
Yellow Light
Swan Duet
Chef at the Farmer's Market
Meubles de Jardin
Jaaazzzz
Bon Jour
Country Rose

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Welcome to the creations of internationally licensed artist and author M. Nicole van Dam®. Here you will find Nicole's fun artwork on all sorts of products, from iPad sleeves, laptop skins and iPhone and iPod cases to Flips to t-shirts, caps, greeting cards, mugs, coasters, blankets, thermos containers, glasses, kids wear and more! You can either shop by product category (such as "mugs" or "T-Shirts") or you can just click on the image you like and you will see all the products available with that image!


To learn more about the artist and author M. Nicole van Dam and Nicole's real-life inspiration, please visit Nicole's website at NicolevanDam.com and her blog at our1earth.com.

Mugs, Glasses, Drinkables!

Mugs, Glasses, Drinkables!
Mugs, mugs, mugs! Cups, Glasses, Mugs, Travel Mugs, Thermos, Water Bottles, Beer Steins, all thinks to drink from! Enjoy!

Coasters

Coasters
Everybody loves a coaster! No coffee mug, drinking glass, or table top should be without a coaster! Coasters make a great, colorful AND useful gift!

For the Home - Bedding, Shower Curtains, Clocks, P

For the Home - Bedding, Shower Curtains, Clocks, P
Beautiful blankets, clock, pillows, framed prints, and other housewares, all with the artwork of internationally licensed Impressionist artist M. Nicole van Dam.

iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Kindle & Nook Accessorie

iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Kindle & Nook Accessorie
Accessories (cases, sleeves and skins) for your Apple iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and your Kindle and Nook eReaders, laptops and mousepads! Flip camcorders here too! Colorful, whimsical FUN designs -

T-Shirts & Wearables

T-Shirts & Wearables
T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, Tank Tops, Hoodies, Performance Wear, Workout Clothes, and More!

Greeting Cards, Note Cards, Postcards & Journals

Greeting Cards, Note Cards, Postcards & Journals
Greeting Cards! Note Cards! Postcards! Journals!

Totebags, Shoulder Bags, Wallets, Carriers, Bags

Totebags, Shoulder Bags, Wallets, Carriers, Bags
Totebags, Shoulder Bags, Wallets, Carriers, Bags, Napsacks, Satchels, Purses & More

Cute Stuff for Kids

Cute Stuff for Kids
For Children, Toddlers, Little Ones, Babies and the Young at Heart, here are some fun goodies for the younger folk, the children, among us!

Dog & Cats - Shop Here!

Dog & Cats - Shop Here!
From the Kawabunga Surfing Dog Hang 10+10 (TM)art to the Inca Dink, The Great Houndini (TM) designs, our pet supplies for dogs, cats, rabbits and friends (and plants needing a fun saucer) are FUN!

Flip Video Camcorders

Flip Video Camcorders
Flip Video shoot-and-share simplicity AND the designs of M. Nicole van Dam - a great colorful, USEFUL and fun combination! Makes a great gift too! ENJOY

"Gondolier of Venice" (TM)
Elegant merchandise based on the Impressionist "Gondolier of Venice" artwork of internationally licensed artist M. Nicole van Dam. This design inspired by Venice, Italy is sure to please any travel b

"Winter" (TM)
Elegant merchandise based on the Impressionist "Winter" artwork of internationally licensed artist M. Nicole van Dam. This graceful design is a unique blend of Greek and Asian themes.

"Sailing"
Colorful fun merchandise based on the Impressionist "Sailing" artwork of internationally licensed artist M. Nicole van Dam. This ocean design is based on Nicole's happy California beach sailing days.

"I Love You Mom" for Mothers
Wonderful Merchandise based on M. Nicole van Dam's Impressionist painting entitled You Mom" - perfect for Mothers and Grandmothers. GREAT FOR MOTHER'S DAY, or all year round, to say I love you to th

A Dog Understands (TM) Leonberger Design

A Dog Understands (TM) Leonberger Design
For those of us who know that our dog always understands us, the sympathetic, beautiful face of this Leonberger dog is sure to warm the heart!

"Inca Dink, The Great Houndini" (TM)
"Inca Dink, The Great Houndini" is a wonderful, magical children's book with a happy Dr. Seuss rhythm. These products share the Inca Dink magic!

I Dream in Horse (TM)

I Dream in Horse (TM)
This beautiful design combines the Impressionist "Rising Stallion" artwork of international artist M. Nicole van Dam with the words "I Dream in Horse" (TM) - perfect gift for any horse lover!

The Power of the Flower (TM)

The Power of the Flower (TM)
Colorful fun merchandise based on the Impressionist "It's Spring" artwork of artist M. Nicole van Dam. This cheery design, which says "Never Underestimate the Power of the Flower," is sure to please

"Summer Afternoon" (TM)
Wonderful cheerful merchandise based on M. Nicole van Dam's Impressionist painting entitled "Summer Afternoon". Enjoy this happy summer day every day!

Kawabunga! Hang 10+10 (TM) Surfing Leonberger Do

Kawabunga! Hang 10+10 (TM) Surfing Leonberger Do
This surfing dog is really hanging 10 + 10 ... KAWABUNGA! This is sure to be a crowd pleaser to any surfer or animal lover!

"A Healing Place" (TM)
This beautiful design "A Healing Place" (TM) is sure to cheer - a great gift to bring a healing "Get Well Soon" smile or to thank your favorite healthcare professional!

"Leap of Faith" (TM)
Wonderful Merchandise based on M. Nicole van Dam's Impressionist painting entitled "Leap of Faith" (TM).

"Jaaazzzz" (TM)
Wonderful Merchandise based on M. Nicole van Dam's Impressionist painting entitled "Jaaazzzz".

"Country Rose" (TM)
Wonderful Merchandise based on M. Nicole van Dam's "Country Rose" (TM) Impressionist artwork.

"Bench at Giverny" (TM)
Wonderful Merchandise based on M. Nicole van Dam's "Bench at Giverny" (TM) Impressionist artwork.

German Shepherd (Ivan)

German Shepherd (Ivan)
Wonderful Merchandise based on M. Nicole van Dam's German Shepherd Impressionist artwork.


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M. Nicole van Dam® and Artimagination® are respectively federally registered trademarks, and the contents of this site, including each artwork, title, storyline, book, character, poetry and text, are each respectively TM and (c) 1999-2011 M. Nicole van Dam. All Rights Reserved. No contents of this site may be reproduced without the express written consent of M. Nicole van Dam. To request such consent or to license the artwork or other contents of this site, please contact M. Nicole van Dam.



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