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Nathan Cook

Majoring in Fine Art
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
From Conway, AR
Nathan Cook is a quintessence conservatory artist based in Conway, Arkansas. With over 20 years of experience in art, he specializes in oil painting and digital art. Nathan draws inspiration from influential artists such as Francis Bacon, Lucian Freud, and Vincent van Gogh. While originally entering the arts through music, playing various instruments including the saxophone and electric guitar, Nathan's focus shifted to visual arts. He began with dry media like charcoal, pastel, and graphite, but was particularly inspired by the versatile techniques of artist Russell Mills, which led him to develop his current artistic style. Nathan's current artistic focus revolves around capturing events and emotions through portraits. He employs color, deliberate strokes, and abstract use of negative space to convey his artistic vision. Additionally, he possesses skills in video and music editing, further expanding his creative capabilities. Nathan is dedicated to letting his artwork take center stage and believes in the power of artistic expression. His goal is to create captivating pieces that resonate with viewers and evoke profound emotions. Through his continued exploration and growth as an artist, he aims to contribute to the vibrant art scene in Little Rock and beyond.
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Nathan Cook Named to Fall 2025 Dean's List

Nathan Cook of Conway, Arkansas, has been named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2025 semester at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The Dean's List recognized over 1,900 students with supe...

February, 04 2026 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Nathan Cook Named to Fall 2025 Chancellor's List at UA Little Rock

Nathan Cook of Conway, Arkansas, has been named to the Fall 2025 Chancellor's List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. UA Little Rock recognizes superior academic performance at the end ...

February, 04 2026 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Nathan Cook Named to UA Little Rock Spring 2025 Dean's List

Nathan Cook of Conway, AR, has been named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. To be on the Dean's List, UA Little Rock students must earn ...

June, 03 2025 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Nathan Cook Named to UA Little Rock Spring 2023 Dean's List

Nathan Cook of Conway, AR, has been named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2023 semester at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. To be on the Dean's List, UA Little Rock students must earn ...

June, 13 2023 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Nathan Cook Named to Spring 2023 Chancellor's List at UA Little Rock

Nathan Cook, of Conway, AR, has been named to the Spring 2023 Chancellor's List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. UA Little Rock recognizes superior academic performance at the end of ...

June, 13 2023 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Nathan Cook Enrolls at UA Little Rock for Fall 2022 Semester

Nathan Cook, of Conway, AR, has enrolled at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for the fall 2022 semester. UA Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, ...

September, 20 2022 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Nathan Cook was recognized for earning a scholarship
Cindy & Greg Feltus Endowed Visual Arts Scholarship 2023
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Nathan Cook was recognized for an accomplishment
Signature Experience Grant (SEG) Recipient, 2024 Awarded for the development of the Warrior Series, a large-scale painting project exploring themes of strength, identity, and masculinity.
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UALR Student Competitive Exhibition
Nathan's oil painting portrait, "Chromatic Persona," will be on exhibition at UALR's Brad Cushman Gallery from March 25th to April 29th. The reception will be held Friday, March 29th, from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm.
March 2024 - Others
The Dancers
Excerpt: "Like those in the medical professions tirelessly working to aid those with the Coronavirus, the international artistic community did its part to combat mass depression thriving in the wake of the virus by creating music. The term ‘solace’ means to comfort or console in a time of sadness or distress. After listening Oliver Davis' new album, I felt driven to create a painting that portrayed happiness. With this in mind, I painted The Dancers. It was later nicknamed Ghosts Dancing amongst some viewers, as it was noted that the dancers seemed to develop from the background. The painting represents happiness in an era of despair during COVID and the Russo-Ukrainian War. Where something as simple as human touch was now considered forbidden, I placed my thumbprint into the oil paint, where the dancer’s hands joined, emphasizing human touch. Sometimes we need a reminder to be thankful for those happy moments when we danced, rejoiced, and touched; tomorrow, we know not what awaits us. The painting found a home with Oliver Davis in the U.K."
April 2023 - Articles
Little Rock, AR Centennial Art Exhibit 2022
Artworks: "Butterfly" and "The Machine."
November 2022 - Others
Arkansas Arts Council (AAC) Small Works on Paper Exhibition, 2025
Selected to showcase the digital artwork "Vase of Flowers, Blue" (18" x 12") in the 2025 Small Works on Paper exhibition. This annual exhibition will tour nine locations throughout Arkansas, showcasing outstanding works by artists from across the state.
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