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Anatomy Art Books
A.D. Cook

Figuratively Speaking

I love figurative art – especially art nudes. There is no secret in that here. I’ve been painting the nude on canvas and metal for over a decade now. But many might not realize that I, like many, have been a fan of figurative art since I was young.

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Art Magazines for Artists
A.D. Cook

My Favorite Art Magazines

Over the last decade or so the Internet has changed magazines, mostly in providing demonstrations, painting tips, and advice in high-quality digital format, rather than in print-only format. So, with that in mind, we’ve assembled a list of great eco-friendly art magazines to assist with instruction & inspiration for your art.

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One Night For One Drop
A.D. Cook

ONE NIGHT for ONE DROP

Join my friends from Lamborghini Las Vegas on March 22, 2013, as Cirque du Soleil® presents ONE NIGHT for ONE DROP at the Bellagio. For one incredible evening, international leaders, celebrities, philanthropists, and global citizens will come together in Las Vegas to make a dream a reality.

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Melany, A.D., and Melany at A.D. Cook art Show 03/09/13, Las Vegas, NV
A.D. Cook

My Birthday Art Show

Best birthday ever! That’s how I’ll always remember my recent art show at ArtisticLifestyles last Saturday in Las Vegas.

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RAW natural born artists presents DISCOVERY, local artist showcase 2013
A.D. Cook

RAW Discovery ART Show at ACT Nightclub

The first word that comes to mind is “crazy,” but you know… in a good way. So, the next three words that come to mind… “I loved it!” Hey, take a selection of creatives from the local art scene and drop them in a venue like the Act Nightclub at Palazzo, and it’s gonna be a party!

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BLISS by A.D. Cook (detail) 2013
A.D. Cook

Bliss Oil Pastel

It seems a year hasn’t gone by since I haven’t created some form of artwork from my creative session with muse Liz Ashley a while back. 2013 is no exception. Introducing “Bliss.”

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FIRE Art Biennnale at The Palazzo, Las Vegas 02/16/13
A.D. Cook

FIRE 2013

February 16th, 2013 — A fantastic crowd came out to support blind and visually impaired children. A festival of applied and visual arts! I made an appearance with four of my new original abstract paintings on art panels, placed center court, and beautifully lighted.

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FIRE Art Biennnale Vegas
A.D. Cook

Be There! Be Fabulous!

Join us tomorrow for a black-tie fundraising event for blind and visually impaired children. We are delighted to invite you to FIRE ART BIENNALE LAS VEGAS – a charity festival of applied and visual art that will take place on February 16th, from 7.00-10.00 pm at the ACT Nightclub at The Palazzo Resort & Casino.

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Hearts On Fire at Caesar's Palace (preview)
A.D. Cook

Hearts on Fire

Just in time for Valentine’s… Last Thursday was a Night of Perfection as I stopped in on the Hearts Of Fire Showcase Evening. I had to check out their new store, which is the first for the United States, and it’s here, in Las Vegas. Look for them in Caesars Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.

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