POST CONTRIBUTORS: All | A.D. Cook | Bob Barnes | Frank Mallinder
As the saying goes, all beautiful things come to an end. After seven-and-a-half years and twenty major museums, the LUSTER: Realism and Hyperrealism in Contemporary Automobile and Motorcycle Paintings exhibition has come to an end.
In celebration of American Artist Appreciation Month, I am sharing the art and backstory of fellow LUSTER artist, Marc Jones. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Marc casually since March 2018, when we both appeared at the Museum of Arts and Sciences at Daytona Beach for the premiere of the LUSTER: Realism and Hyperrealism in Contemporary Automobile and Motorcycle Paintings Exhibition.
American Artist Appreciation Month is celebrated in August to honor American artists and their contributions to the art world. This month serves as a platform to raise awareness about the importance of art in reflecting societal values and historical contexts.
This month spotlights Beer and Mead Events, Flight Club, Main Street Provisions, Deadwood Meadery, Lovelady Brewing Company, the Tenaya Creek Rebrand, Barter Beer + Mall, and much more.
June 27, 2025 — The Las Cruces Museum of Art Virtual Artist Talk with A.D. Cook. Hosted by Bryan Lee, Museum Curator of Education (Art).
This month spotlights Mission Control Hops & Heart Brewed Edition Bottle Share & Beer Bash, Crab Corner Maryland Seafood House Silver Reef Beer Dinner, BJ’s Brewhouse, Silver State Summer Brewfest, Big Dog’s Summerfest Chillin’ & Grillin’ Under the Stars, Local Brewer Spotlight on Joe Cuozzo, and more.
Zoom Webinar – Friday, June 27, 2025
1 PM MDT (New Mexico’s time zone)
Noon MST (Arizona’s time zone)
Video: 46:51 LUSTER Art Talk On June 6th, I was honored to visit the Las Cruces Museum of Art for the LUSTER: Realism and Hyperrealism in Contemporary Automobile and Motorcycle Painting Artist Reception. Bryan Lee, the Museum Curator of Education,
In this spotlights Nevada winners of the World Beer Cup, Big Dog’s Brewing, Able Baket Brewing, Mojave Brewing, Summer beer events and more.
National Creativity Day is celebrated annually on May 30th, serving as a special occasion to honor and encourage the creative spirit within each of us. This extraordinary day celebrates the boundless potential of human imagination and innovation, highlighting our incredible strides in creativity and technological advancement throughout history. It was founded in 2018 by Hal Croasmun and ScreenwritingU, and since then, it has grown to inspire countless individuals to harness their creativity and artistic expression.
Portland • Las Cruces • Bowling Green — I am incredibly excited to share that this weekend, for the very first time ever in my artistic journey, my art is featured at three distinct and captivating exhibits, each taking place at different and unique venues across the United States. This incredible opportunity not only showcases my work in a way that I have long dreamed of but also allows me to connect with diverse audiences and fellow art enthusiasts in a deeply meaningful way.
I am truly honored to share that my Corvette artwork, “MOMENTUM,” which I meticulously created for inclusion in the prestigious National Corvette Museum as part of the LUSTER: Realism and Hyperrealism in Contemporary Automobile and Motorcycle Paintings exhibit, is now featured prominently in their esteemed 2024 Annual Report. This recognition marks a significant milestone in my artistic journey and I couldn’t be more thrilled.
