YUMMY!

Meet "Yummy." She is an awesome, amazing, energetic, charming and super cute puppy that has many layers to her. She's looking for a nice home to go to with very patient owners. Check her out in "Jahffie's BEAST FOR FREE!"

COSMIC

Jahffie's BEAST FOR FREE!

Hey I know it's been a while, but I have been on my grind creatively and also doing my Art History teaching thang. I've written another children's book and searching for representation / publication. It is a really cool and funny story about a little boy name Jahffie (this is still a working name) who has recently acquired a "BEAST" and the events that unfold from it. It's sort of a cautionary tale with a lesson. Jahffie is a character that I've been developing that will appear in future stories. He is a quirky, curious, creative, imaginative little dude who tells wild stories about his adventures and leaves you wondering if some of his stories are fact or fiction. At any case they are all entertaining! Here is the artwork I created for the cover. I still have a few pages to illustrate.

GAME ON!!!

6 HOURS LATER

MY STORY IS WORTH BEING TOLD TOO!

Here is an article that was given to me by a friend just published in The NY Times about the lack of children of color being represented in the children's book market or even the general book market as a whole. Publishers, literary agents and even bookstores talk a very good game of equality, but their actions don't say the same. We (meaning everyone; black, white, asian, latino, indian, etc.) have to fight for stories being told from all perspectives, because that brings awareness, understanding and ultimately connection with each other as a human race. It starts with the children! Click the link below and let's make change!



http://www.nytimes.com/2014/03/16/opinion/sunday/the-apartheid-of-childrens-literature.html?_r=0




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Dart is COMING!!!

NEW Dart shorts on the way!!!
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INC

INC

I had a dream that I flunked my final exam----------------------------

I studied 2 days straight with no sleep while I crammed--------------

I entered into the test feeling confident and ready------------------

I knew all the material and my mind was so steady--------------------

But It’s strange, cause I could remember only writing my name ----

Then I think I wrote the date next to it clear and plain----------------

After that it's a blur, as I looked at the questions all lined up---------

Next thing I knew the teacher woke me by saying "TIME'S UP!"---

by Jimmy Jenkins Jr.

Cosmic and the Galaxy Kids

This is a still from an animation I did about a group of super talented and skilled kids who were friends. They lived on an alien world that was sort of a futuristic medieval times. The group of friends were lead by a young boy named Cosmic and his sidekick Comet. There were Princesses, Kings, Queens and even an Arch Enemy in the form of a hideous bloated creature named Mr. Earl and his genius yet ultra-clumsy minion Blah. The animation project was never completed, but the storyline was pretty funny and refreshing. Maybe one day it will be revisited. Here is a view of the castle in which the sister princesses lived. Notice the twin moons in the sky, pretty fantastic!

PRINTASTIC!

Add some color and wonderment to your child's room with these one-of-kind prints. These prints will soon be available in our store that is being constructed. Be on the look-out.

"Burger Cone"
Mono print, Ink on Paper, 

dimension 30"x 22", Print dimension 15 1/2"x 22 1/2"

by Jimmy Jenkins Jr.

"Cake"

Mono print, Ink on Paper, 

Paper dimension 30"x 22", Print dimension 15 1/2"x 22 1/2"

by Jimmy Jenkins Jr.

Under Standing Theodore

This painting can be found on JIMJIM1976.com along with other paintings and prints I've done.

This particular painting now sits in my daughter's room. It speaks to my whimsical playful self and that is why I decided to showcase it here on FANTASTIC WONDERFUL KIDS.

"Under Standing Theodore"

Acrylic on Canvas, 5"x 7"

by Jimmy Jenkins Jr.

KING OF THE SOAR

I just completed a children's picture book called "King of the Soar". I am currently shopping for a Literary Agent as well as a Publisher. I really want to bring this story to the masses, because of its emotional and visual excitement. I wrote and illustrated the book. It's a heart felt tale about a little unique bird with dreams of soaring through the clouds like a master flyer. However, he doesn't really know how to fly just yet and is different from all the other birds which brings down his self esteem. But through perseverance and confidence he turns his uniqueness into something extraordinary; turning himself into the "King of the Soar". I am also looking to turn this into an e-book with limited animation. Look forward to seeing this little guy soon, hopefully.

Light and Color with Dart

Originally created for the design brand JIMJIM1976,
Dart discusses theories and facts about LIGHT & COLOR and shares some of his thoughts as well.




Light & Color with Dart from FANTASTIC WONDERFUL on Vimeo.

Dart's Symphonic Debut

Originally created for the design brand JIMJIM1976

this strange, outspoken, fun-loving, good hearted, funny friend shares stories and tales that you don't know are real experiences or fiction. He has a mouth that doesn't quit and a thought process to match. Say hello to Dart!

Dart's symphony debut from FANTASTIC WONDERFUL on Vimeo.

Turkey Beats

Inspiration created for the brand JIMJIM1976 celebrating Thanksgiving 2011



enjoy!

Three Vampires

Here is a short animation that I did for Halloween. Enjoy!

Let me know your thoughts

Little Dreamer