ART + DESIGN
Yesterday’s Vintage Aircraft & Custom Car Show at the Commemorative Air Force Museum was one of the best car shows I’ve been to in a while. Presented by Southwest Street Rods, the show featured cool custom rods, antique aircraft & WWII war birds, food trucks, and a great crowd. As
October 25, 2025 International Artists’ Day on October 25 honors artists and all their contributions. This day serves as a reminder of the power of creativity in expressing the human experience. The day also celebrates one of the most famous artists, Pablo Picasso, who was born on October 25, 1881.
Pop the champagne and blow out the candles! I couldn’t be more excited to share my celebration of 29 years online! My art website, ADCook.com (featuring a collection of my paintings and our design team’s creative work), was initially launched on October 23rd, 1996, mainly as an art portfolio site. Over
Last week was a bust for car shows across the Phoenix/Mesa Valley. We had massive rainstorms and flooding, so needless to say, there were no car shows. So, this week I checked out Lenny’s Burger Car Show on Saturday, October 18, which is typically hosted on the second Saturday from
It was a great day for a car show, and the Gilbert Cars & Coffee 2025-2026 Season Opener hosted at the Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers did not disappoint. The last time I visited CBCB was last January, and I remember it as a fantastic show, worthy of a revisit. So,
One of my favorite pastimes during downtime is attending car shows and taking photos to inspire my art. There’s nothing quite like the thrill of seeing rare models up close and engaging with fellow enthusiasts who share the same passion. Now that the local temperatures are dropping to a comfortable
This month spotlights Pub 365, Big Dog’s Brewing Company Dogtoberfest, BJ’s Brewhouse, Brews Best Beer Garden, Beer Zombies Flannels & Beer, the Downtown Brew Festival, the CraftHaus Brewery Chili Cook-Off, Rock N Grapes Wine Pub, and much more.
Recently, I had the distinct pleasure and opportunity to attend an exciting trip to Indianapolis in support of the talented Wings & Wheels Foundation driver Aaron Jeansonne, who was competing in the prestigious Porsche Carrera Cup at the legendary and iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This event not only showcased the
If you have not yet visited the National Corvette Museum, it’s time! My diptych painting, MOMENTUM, featuring a 1953 and a 2023 Corvette, is still on display through the end of 2025. I created this epic creation in celebration of Corvette’s seventieth anniversary as part of the LUSTER: Realism and
This month spotlights the Crab Corner Brews & Blues Food & Beer Festival, CraftHaus Brewery HausFest 11, Pub 365, Beer Zombies Flannels & Beer, Bad Beat at the Arts District, Neon Desert, Nevada Brew Works, The Spot, and much more.
The National Corvette Museum’s 31st Anniversary Celebration kicks off TODAY! From August 28–30, join the National Corvette Museum as they honor 31 years of preserving, sharing, and celebrating the legacy of America’s Sports Car. While online registration is closed, you can still join the celebration with on-site registration available in
My story began a long time ago, and it is a journey that has shaped who I am today. From the earliest days of my childhood, I have always drawn, sketched, and doodled, expressing my thoughts and feelings on paper, whatever the medium may be. If there were a pencil