Introducing my New Book: “Painting Knife Explained”, by Daryl Urig

by admin | Apr 7, 2014 | concepts in painting, Education

I am so excited about this. Many of you have been asking me to write this book. Here it is. Painting Knife Explained, with many useful step-by-step demonstrations, painting examples, benefits, plus exercises to develop knife agility. It explains the basics to mature...

“Paint with Me” – Personalized Private Workshop

by admin | Mar 31, 2014 | concepts in painting, Education

It was nice to make new friends on Spring Island this past week. I had a workshop with a couple. She was an established painter and he had never painted before. They impressed me how they both worked so well together. Complimenting each other actions like two cooks in...

A touch of color

by admin | Mar 24, 2014 | Abstract, concepts in painting, Education, plein air

Sun City South Carolina was a warm and welcome place to have my workshop, discuss painting, do a few color exercises and develop paintings. The workshop focus was on having an actionable plan to create our illusion with our medium. To do this we must first understand...

Going Green – Healthy Painting

by admin | Jan 16, 2014 | concepts in painting, Education

I want to focus on being healthier this year. It has always been my concern but I need a concentrated effort if I expect change. I can affect my physical health by a few good choices. Exercise; eat more vegetables and less animal products. My painting also has...

Leisure Painter, January 2014 article by Daryl Urig

by admin | Dec 16, 2013 | concepts in painting, Education, plein air, Still Life

I was very pleased when Leisure Painter Magazine picked up my article on “Copy habitats not paintings” and a plein air still life demonstration I provided. The magazine was recommended to me by one of my students. It is a very fine publication. I was...

The Perfect Fine Art Painting Gift

by admin | Dec 6, 2013 | Education, Historical Sites, plein air

Christmas has always been a special Holiday at our home. It is a time to enjoy family and friends. Gifts are shared from a willing heart, reminding us of our Savior that received gifts on his birthday. I have enjoyed meeting many of you in my workshops. Always hating...