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...

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

Painting and making a living at it.

by admin | Aug 25, 2013 | concepts in painting, Education

As Painters we live in the real world. Though its responsibilities somehow seem outside beyond our peripheral vision. Reading a biography on Pissarro, one of a group of talented painters who helped develop the Impressionist movement and the movements that followed. It...

What is your artistic experience? This is mine.

by admin | Aug 20, 2013 | concepts in painting, Education

Maybe you had similar experiences as me. Please share your artistic experience. When I was a kid I drew all over everything. I was constantly making pictures. If I was bored and asked my mother what to do she would say draw the dog or the house across the street. I...