IPCPR
Cigar nirvana. For a cigar aficionado like myself, the International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers 82nd Annual Convention & International Trade Show was the place to be.
A.D. Cook
July 17, 2013
Posts & Updates
Observations and stories of art, love, and creative energy exchanges.
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Drawn to Beauty
I find sometimes that simply returning to the basics is what art is about. In the process of returning to an earlier look, feel, style, discipline – whatever it is, I tend to bring something new into the mix.
A.D. Cook
July 1, 2013
Cigar Times
It’s no secret that I love cigars. Some days, there is nothing like a great cigar. Today was one of those days. I stopped in on my friends at En Fuego Cigars in Las Vegas to shoot some pics of their beautiful cigar lounge and enjoy some quality cigar time catching up with the guys.
A.D. Cook
June 25, 2013
The Master of the Muse
Beauty inspires me. I’m sure that is the case with most artists. Some find their inspiration in sunsets, landscapes seascapes and flowers. I find mine in the graceful lines of the female form —to me, “the ultimate beauty”. — A.D. Cook
A.D. Cook
June 23, 2013
Father’s Day Tribute
Father’s Day always brings back good memories for me — probably because my dad was such an important part of my creative life.
A.D. Cook
June 16, 2013
Google Image Search
I think most people use Google for basic search needs, and it’s great for that. A while back I discovered a powerful tool within Google that I want to share with you all today.
A.D. Cook
June 14, 2013
Creating A Better World For Children
I am proud to participate alongside ArtisticLifestyles and Domsky Glass in this amazing cause. Please join us at ArtisticLifestyles Las Vegas on June 8th from 7-10 pm. Keep reading to learn more about this event, this cause, and who you’ll be supporting by attending…
A.D. Cook
May 28, 2013
Canada Oh Canada
My recent trip to Canada was inspired. Or perhaps it would be more accurate to suggest that I returned home inspired. Either way, it was a blast, and I have my friends at BIM to thank for my renewed vision, eh?
A.D. Cook
May 4, 2013
Kindred Spirits
Arizona Bike Week 2013 rocked the southwest in the true spirit and style of riders and enthusiasts alike. This annual motorcycle rally and gathering really is a fantastic event. The level of top-shelf custom motorcycles is off-the-page and I gotta say, I met the coolest people there. All that and Cave Creek is truly a slice of heaven, possessing a great personality like no place I’ve been.
A.D. Cook
April 25, 2013
Roma Cigars at En Fuego
Last evening certainly met that criteria. I indulged at En Fuego Cigar Lounge in Las Vegas with serious passion as I enjoyed not one but two Intemperance cigars from RoMa Cigars. En Fuego celebrates being the first in all of Las Vegas to carry these fantastic smokes.
A.D. Cook
April 20, 2013
Testimonial ~ Dr. E. Fred Aguilar
A.D. Cook is not an overnight success. He has learned his art through years of study and practice. He has put in the time and matured as an artist. When we look at his paintings, we see a depth that can only come from greatness.
A.D. Cook
April 18, 2013
In Loving Memory
They say a man’s dog is his best friend. I would say that is definitely true more often than not. I know that was definitely the case for me. My girl Dargo passed away this week after 13 years of love and faithful companionship.
A.D. Cook
April 17, 2013