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

The Art of Tenacity

Tenacity is another word for determination. It means starting something and finishing it.
And then there’s talent, defined as “a natural endowment or ability of superior quality,” most commonly referred to or mentioned in the competition.

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Painted models Jess and Christy at En Fuego Cigars 09/14/12
A.D. Cook

En Fuego Cigars, Las Vegas

The En Fuego Cigars & Lounge + Body Art + Art Event was a blast! Friday nights in Las Vegas are always fun, but this one took it up a notch. We painted. We laughed. We enjoyed fantastic cigars.

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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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