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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

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Body painting and cigars at En Fuego Las Vegas 2012 (preview)
A.D. Cook

Body Painting + Cigars + Art

It’s no secret that I love cigars…
and the beautiful ladies, body art, and a good time. The En Fuego Cigar event promises to be all that. After all, where you smoke is as important as what you smoke.

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ModelsMania Magazine Cover featuring A.D. Cook, September 2012 (preview)
ModelsMania

ModelsMania Magazine – September 2012

I’m honored to appear in the September 2012 issue of ModelsMania, featuring an interview and a selection of my newest paintings. This great lifestyle magazine focuses on modeling, music, photography, and now art. This prestigious publication enjoys global circulation and features some of the most beautiful women in the world.

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INFINITY artwork by A.D. Cook over yellow couch
A.D. Cook

You’re Going To Need A New Couch

I know it sounds funny, but we’ve all heard it… “I’m looking for art to compliment my couch.” In the process of selecting a piece of fine art, have you ever caught yourself saying something like this?

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A.D. Cook Artist Statement
A.D. Cook

Artist Statement

Beauty inspires me. I seek grace in the lines and form of the female figure – to me, the ultimate beauty. There is nothing I would rather paint, and my art reflects that classical ideal.

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PREMIER art nude by A.D. Cook (preview)
A.D. Cook

Creative Collaborations

Owning original art is an enjoyable experience. Participating in its creation brings that experience to a whole different level. Collaboration in the creation of art is a union of energies – a creative energy exchange.

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A.D. Cook ~ The Art Of Realism. The Power Of Passion. (preview)
A.D. Cook

The Art of Realism and Power of Passion

Throughout my career, I’ve enjoyed creating realistic iconic imagery of a wide variety of passions in many different genres including those in motorcycle, automotive and aircraft. I portray these passions in epic original one-of-a-kind contemporary paintings on canvas and metal.

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DEPARTURE by A.D. Cook (preview)
A.D. Cook

The Art Of Realism

Airplane paintings and motorcycle art… While known most recently – at least over the last decade or so – for my realistic figurative paintings, I cross paths with folks on occasion who aren’t aware of my previous artworks.

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Rhett and Scarlett by a.D. Cook at Hollywood Vide, Lake Oswego, OR 1001
A.D. Cook

Hollywood Retrospective

Sometimes it’s fun to reflect back on an era past. During my five years (1989 – 1994) as Hollywood Video’s creative director and resident artist I created over a hundred hand-painted wall murals – most measuring upwards of ten feet tall.

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ModelsMania Magazine Cover, August 2012 (preview)
A.D. Cook

ModelsMania Magazine – August 2012

My painting “Brooklyn” was showcased in the August issue of ModelsMania magazine, announcing my forthcoming feature & interview. ModelsMania magazine – August issue, page 139 – announcing the forthcoming A.D. Cook feature and interview.

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Provenance and Authenticity by A.D. Cook
A.D. Cook

Art Provenance

You hear a lot about provenance in the art world. As it should be – provenance is an important part of the art in your collection. Provenance is how you answer important questions, like who really created the art, when it was created, sometimes where it was created, and hopefully

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