“Not only is Adger Cowans one of America’s finest photographers, he is as well, one of its finest painters. Through film and paint, his keen, sensitive eye hauntingly reveals things, places and moments that make up the bonfires of our lives; those shadows we live and swim in as we grind out the drama of everyday existence. Often, such talent as his abided by the rules set by others. But his individualism sets him apart - simply because he follows his own convictions. His photography and paintings are possessed with certainties and reasons and one has a thirst to see more. They go as far as imagery can go without really speaking. Mr. Cowans has acquired the freedom to master himself. And, obviously he became free from the moment he chose to be.”

-Gordon Parks