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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 how it was created.

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Art & Inspiration from A.D. Cook
A.D. Cook

Art & Inspiration

Curious about my thoughts on my artistic style? Want to know more about my creative process? Or the best thing about being an artist? What projects I’m working on now? Maybe you’re curious why I paint art nudes or how I choose my models, or where I find inspiration for my art? For all that and more, watch my new Q&A video.

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Three Graces Project by A.D. Cook
A.D. Cook

Three Graces of the 21st Century

The Three Graces, goddesses of charm, beauty, and creativity, have been iconic inspirations for artists throughout the centuries. Raphael, Rubens, Canova, and other masters of the past have been inspired by this enduring theme. Their touchstone is timelessness.

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Stephanie T nude by A.D. Cook
A.D. Cook

Creative Energy Exchange

ARTIST: A.D. Cook // MUSE: Stephanie // MUSIC: Time Catching // VIDEO: Kathryn Cook // “Hurry Up And Wait” music by Loophole from their album “Loophole 432″ © 2012.

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TRUTH art nude by A.D. Cook art video
A.D. Cook

Truth Video

My Process View my art in the process from my photoshoot with the beautiful Liz Ashley through the creation of the completed painting. Completed on May 20th and signed during the solar eclipse,

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Hollywood Video murals by A.D. Cook Private Collection PDF
A.D. Cook

Hollywood Murals

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. The pace was fast and furious and it was

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