by admin | Oct 7, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education
When I was studying the Impressionist painters it dawned on me about the importance of having a group of other artists that you can share your ideas with, get feedback, accountability and friendship. The Impressionist painters had a small group of painters who met...
by admin | Oct 5, 2010 | concepts in painting, Oil Paintings for Sale
Dinner Bell, 8 x 10 inches, oil on gallery wrapped canvas As I mentioned in my last post when I was painting, I realized the importance of doing small studies before tackling larger paintings. I could then work out the color flow of the composition with larger more...
by admin | Oct 4, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education, online event
One of my favorite painters, Nicolai Fechin, Russian-born American Painter that lived from 1881-1955 had some very great concepts in a letter he wrote: He says, “It is impossible to limit art by any definition or requirements. Art, like the whole of our life, submits...
by admin | Sep 28, 2010 | concepts in painting
As iPads, MacBooks, 3-D movies and plasma televisions consume our world, has fine art become obsolete? I’m sure some people would argue that the former are all examples of art. They would argue that although the medium has changed, fine art still exists. People might...
by admin | Sep 21, 2010 | concepts in painting, sport
To those who read my blog, I’m a painter, teacher, business owner, husband and father. But to those who know me best, I’m also a tennis player. I started playing tennis during the summer of seventh grade because I wanted to get some exercise. And I continued playing...
by admin | Sep 20, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education, Oil Paintings for Sale
Artworks invited Urig, along with other noted painters, to participate in an annual juried show, entitled “Exposed,” from October 22nd-November 28, 2010. The opening reception is Friday, October 22nd from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Location: 20 East Central Parkway,...
by admin | Sep 13, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education
It’s always flattering to be asked to pose for an artist. Because of this, most people are open to the idea. But unfortunately, not everyone makes a great model. When picking a model, artists profile. First and foremost, the sitter must fit the theme of the painting....
by admin | Sep 9, 2010 | Historical Sites, Oil Paintings for Sale, plein air
Oil on Canvas – 10 x 20 inches This depicts a scenic view in Indian Hill, Ohio. For me, the gatekeeper’s home is nostalgic of days of yore. It also compliments the beautiful Marge Schott mansion that lies far beyond the gate. The long profile of the gatekeeper’s...
by admin | Sep 7, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education
A true painter engages their piece. They layer in countless strokes to provide shimmer and texture to their work. Their paintings emerge with definitive clarity through gestures of the brush stroke. When completing a painting, do not copy an image or photograph...
by admin | Sep 5, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education, Oil Paintings for Sale
Most people paint objects or places that evoke their emotion. Sadly, the things that they choose to portray do not always captivate the masses. For the people who enjoy painting as a hobby, the mass appeal of their work is not that important, but the professional...