The “Starving Artist” is not a stereotype – Original Oil Painting Blog by American Oil Painter Daryl Urig

by admin | Aug 19, 2010 | concepts in painting, Daily Painter

Artists spend their lives searching for praise and appreciation for their work. Most don’t ever find it. For some, it comes posthumously. For the lucky few, they find it within their lifetime. The point is: most artists spend their lives struggling. Although people...

A place in Art History – Original Oil Painting Blog by American Oil Painter Daryl Urig

by admin | Aug 17, 2010 | concepts in painting, Daily Painter, Historical Sites, Oil Paintings for Sale, plein air

I wanted to provide admirers of my artwork with the opportunity to become part of my work and legacy. By joining me in my creative process, my collectors and I will forge a place for ourselves in Art History. I have offered to paint at twelve private events for the...

Don’t Be Afraid To Change Your Painting – Original Oil Painting Blog by American Oil Painter Daryl Urig

by admin | Aug 16, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education

Lately, this seems like the best advice I can give myself. The fear of ruining my paintings through small alterations often keeps me from changing my works. But what I forget in these moments of worry is that sometimes the most minuscule changes can greatly enhance my...

The Old Water Tower – Original Oil Painting Blog by American Oil Painter Daryl Urig

by admin | Aug 16, 2010 | Daily Painter, Historical Sites, Oil Paintings for Sale, plein air

The Old Water Tower on 5355 Miami Road in the Village of Indian Hill, Ohio Oil on Canvas, 11 x 14 inches It was only when I started painting that I realized the large size of the old water tower in Indian Hill. In addition to that, the light at the time of my plein...

Table of Contents: March 27, 2009 through Aug. 12, 2010

by admin | Aug 13, 2010 | Table of Contents

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