The essence of painting

by admin | Sep 18, 2013 | concepts in painting

It takes so long to understand painting, it at least has taken me most of my life. I marvel at very few young painters that arrive at quick success. I think how long will it last for them, or do they even understand what they have accomplished? My journey is more like...

My First Time Making Wine Making – Using the Internet

by admin | Sep 13, 2013 | concepts in painting

I remember hearing in school that all experiences can add up. Sometimes going off track can be a healthy part of development. So when I decided to turn off the path and begin making wine it was a welcome adventure. I had not made wine since I was 11 years old. Yeah,...

Many people have asked me, “Why a National Tour?”

by admin | Sep 10, 2013 | concepts in painting, Education, plein air

My top four reasons are that I love painting, teaching, people and traveling. Years ago I read a Biography of Thomas Hart Benton. I was so impressed with his road trips and how he would be inspired by the American people to do these magnificent figurative paintings. I...

The Fidder

by admin | Sep 1, 2013 | Abstract, Oil Paintings for Sale

On the way back from a paint out I came across this fiddler at a gas station that struck me as, paint me. I ended up doing a study before this final 48 x 42 inch final painting. I exaggerated the fiddlers gesture and added the coke machine to the original finding....

If you want to see my paintings in progress you will need to follow me on Instagram.

by admin | Aug 28, 2013 | Abstract, concepts in painting, Oil Paintings for Sale

http://instagram.com/darylurig# This 48 x 42 inch panel is the fiddler in progress by @darylurig