horque's profile

horque

Member since Nov. 7, 2006

About

Hi, I'm Dudley Horque. After several years of not doing any cartoons, and suddenly finding that, when I wanted to again, my eyesight would not let me, I brought back Dog the Spot, a strip I did in the late 1980s for an arts magazine.
Dog the Spot now alternates Just a Stage (a new theatre based strip), and Professor Vessant appearing in the same place. Just a Stage began with actual drawing, but is now primarily generated with template characters and settings with expressions being edited in a vector editor. Professor Vessant involves actual drawing, which is a strain on my eyes, but I've managed to keep at it for over a year.

Other work of mine includes Dudley the Echidna, New Dark Age, Justine Case, Horqueing Teds, and Back Woods.

Dog the Spot is updated each and every Sunday at this stage, Just a Stage is updated each and every Wednesday, and Professor Vessant is updated each and every Friday. Haven't missed one yet… usually thanks to keeping a few weeks in advance, but sometimes by my teeth's skin.

In real life, I work as a Data Warehouse and Information Delivery Coordinator, and use such tools as DataStage, RedBrick, and BusinessObjects.

I also act (rarely). I have directed three major productions, including the world premiere of The Golden Days of Syracuse. I have sworn never to direct a major production again (it's too much work). I also coordinated the first two years' Play in a Day events for the Newcastle Theatre Company, but have bowed out of doing the 2012 one. PiaD involves putting on several short plays (4 each year the first two years) written, rehearsed and performed within a 24 hour period.

I live on coffee… but go off it for a few weeks every so often… in an effort to reduce work stress (stress usually wins out), since everyone else at work wants to do the opposite.

I share my home with my partner, the wonderful Lauren, a.k.a. Loz, and my cat, Panda.

Anyway, I hope you enjoy these odd little strips. Please leave some feedback (I am happy to receive bad ratings if you think they're appropriate). However, please, just don't leave any comments that do not suit All Ages. I'm assuming that at some point I'll be able to get The Duck to handle comments as it once did.

Comics by horque

Dog the Spot

Rated:

Everyone

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

838 pages

Updated:

July 29, 2022

Popularity:

6 likes

Dog the Spot (on Sundays) This is a glimpse into the life, or whatever, of an inanimate spot of something. Just a Stage (on Wednesdays) Behind the scenes look at an amateur theatre company, including a theatre ghost from the future. and, once upon a time, Professor Vessant (on Fridays) The world as seen through the eyes of an all-knowing scientist.

Comics assisted by horque

No comics.

Comics recommended by horque

America Jr

Rated:

Teen

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

379 pages

Updated:

July 7, 2011

Popularity:

2 likes

A tiny U.S. town find itself no longer a part of the Union and has to become its own independent country.
Antcomics

Rated:

Everyone

Genre:

Parody

Volume:

127 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

11 likes

A comic about everyone's favorite pirate-themed 80s supergroup, Adam & the Ants!
ATLAND

Rated:

Mature

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

1 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

3 likes

From Blambot Comic Fonts & Lettering creator, Nate Piekos, comes ATLAND! A long-running fantasy epic of high adventure and lowbrow humor!
Bird and Worm

Rated:

Everyone

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

436 pages

Updated:

July 7, 2011

Popularity:

3 likes

An inquisitive worm makes friends with the bird who was going to eat him. Sarcasm ensues. A Platinum Studios comic!
Civil Servitude

Rated:

Everyone

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

147 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

1 likes

A humorous look at the asinine world of government employment! See how hard your tax dollars are working! Updated every Monday & Thursday, the same two days of the week that we actually do any work.
COMPANY MAN

Rated:

Mature

Genre:

Real Life

Volume:

962 pages

Updated:

Feb. 17, 2012

Popularity:

10 likes

"Company Man" is about life and the funny things it can throw at you (Like monkey poop!). It revolves around the co-workers and friends at F.R.J. Media Group in Phoenix, Arizona. Company Man is filmed before a live studio audience and updated Mon.- Fri.
Dog the Spot

Rated:

Everyone

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

838 pages

Updated:

July 29, 2022

Popularity:

6 likes

Dog the Spot (on Sundays) This is a glimpse into the life, or whatever, of an inanimate spot of something. Just a Stage (on Wednesdays) Behind the scenes look at an amateur theatre company, including a theatre ghost from the future. and, once upon a time, Professor Vessant (on Fridays) The world as seen through the eyes of an all-knowing scientist.
Jim Reaper

Rated:

Teen

Genre:

Horror

Volume:

93 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

1 likes

Fearing an imminent breakdown, the Grim Reaper decides to take a Holiday. After an exhaustive search for a replacement, he finds only his cousinÃ¢â¬â¢s nephewÃ¢â¬â¢s son to collect the souls of those who are perishing. He isÃ¢â¬Â¦ Jim Reaper.
Life on the Fringe

Rated:

Teen

Genre:

Real Life

Volume:

70 pages

Updated:

July 7, 2011

Popularity:

0 likes

The tales of a bartending fangirl and her wierd, drunken friends. Always true, even when the creator wishes she was making it up.
Like Fish in Water

Rated:

Everyone

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

148 pages

Updated:

July 7, 2011

Popularity:

4 likes

Philosophy and absurdities of two fish in a fish tank... Occasional guest stars and external locations.
Morning Squirtz

Rated:

Adult

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

243 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

12 likes

Dark and twisted,yet stays crunchy in milk! Delicious humor with a fun toy surprise.
Nintendo Super Squad

Rated:

Teen

Genre:

Abstract

Volume:

124 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

6 likes

Mario and Link and Metroid save the princess and who knows what else? They are the Super Squad and nothing can beat them!
Sack O Puppies

Rated:

Mature

Genre:

Abstract

Volume:

71 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

0 likes

Clipart insanity
Short Attention Span Comics

Rated:

Mature

Genre:

Abstract

Volume:

11 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

1 likes

I have a very short attention span. Here is a series of random thoughts, pin-ups, and unfinished ideas that I thought I'd share with you guys.
Tera Forming

Rated:

Teen

Genre:

Romance

Volume:

107 pages

Updated:

Feb. 17, 2021

Popularity:

5 likes

The 98.7% true autobiographical adventures of Tera Sanders, the Princess of Sylmar, California
The Leftovers

Rated:

Everyone

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

69 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

2 likes

RETIRED: 2006. Roommate insanity. 4 college grads getting by on mac n' cheese, ramen noodles & cheap beer. This was my "baby" for almost 12 years, I finally retired it after 8 sets of rejection letters from syndicates. R.I.P.
The Surreal Adventures of Edgar Allan Poo

Rated:

Everyone

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

155 pages

Updated:

Nov. 5, 2021

Popularity:

5 likes

Join the enigmatic Edgar Allan Poo and faithful guide Irving the rat as they battle mythical beasts, ancient gods, magical ravens, sorcerers, the undead, inclement weather and treacherous terrain to escape the land of dreams.
WHACKED

Rated:

Teen

Genre:

Real Life

Volume:

62 pages

Updated:

July 6, 2011

Popularity:

0 likes

Join Harry Palmer and Ronald Spitz on the Adventure of a Lifetime: HIGH SCHOOL!
Zorphbert and Fred

Rated:

Everyone

Genre:

Fantasy

Volume:

333 pages

Updated:

July 7, 2011

Popularity:

3 likes

2 Aliens. Disguised as dogs. Here to study human life. Hilarity ensues. Updates Mon-Wed-Fri. Check back for monthly fill-in-the-bubble CONTESTS, too.