Tag: 2012

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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Nude Beauty Nude by A.D. Cook
A.D. Cook

Nude Beauty Nude

Nudity in art has been debated since the beginning of time. After all, the unclothed human figure is an important genre in art, as it has been beautifully featured throughout history since ancient times.

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A.D. Cook with T-Rex Hollywood Video mural (preview)
A.D. Cook

Blast From The Past

As an art lover, you would agree that opening up archives of art is an experience that cannot be missed. Imagine going through artwork that has been hidden away for nearly a decade!

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Creative 2012
A.D. Cook

My Creative 2012

For many of us, this was a fun-filled and interesting year. Memorable for sure. I know it was for me. That may be why 2012 was (and still is) such a creative year. I started mine off creatively and am wrapping it up in like fashion. It’s all about art.

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Vitruvian Man by Leonardo DaVinci
A.D. Cook

DaVincian Principles

Anatomist, architect, botanist, city planner, chef, humorist, engineer, equestrian, inventor, geographer, geologist, military scientist, musician, painter, philosopher, and raconteur.

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SHARING abstract artwork by A.D. Cook
A.D. Cook

Hands-On In The Studio

On this delightful Saturday evening, I am indulging myself in the magnificent experience of painting in the studio, and I must say, it is an absolute blast. The creative process of art has always fascinated me, and tonight is no exception. With each stroke of the brush and each splatter of paint, I feel my mind being transported to a world of pure creativity and self-expression.

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Artist A.D. Cook painting abstracts BALANCE and LOVE, 2012
A.D. Cook

Abstract Day in the Studio

I’m enjoying a fantastic day in the studio, putting together a few abstract paintings on panels and having a blast! I’ll look forward to sharing pics soon. Cheers!

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Vegas Underground

The Vegas Underground at Tap House in Las Vegas is the place to be on Monday nights. Always, standing room only. Tonight was no exception. Kudos to all the amazing talent that stops in to share their love and music with us all.

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NIRVANA by A.D. Cook (preview) 2012
A.D. Cook

Nirvana – New Pearl Painting on Canvas

Created in beautiful pearl metallic blues over a hand brushed pearl base layered on a specially-prepared canvas surface. Metallic mediums mixed into my paints create a glistening effect with the changing light, creating a new experience with each viewing.

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