My sister Viv

by admin | Jan 28, 2011 | Education

Many of you may not know that my sister died from cancer this past year. It was very hard for me since we were close my whole life. She was my older sister, and always took an interest in me. I have fond memories of her as a child. She was a flower child, straight out...

An artist e-mailed me last week with this question:

by admin | Jan 17, 2011 | concepts in painting, Education

I work in advertising, but miss painting and drawing. What can I do? I am sure there are a lot of people out there that feel the same way. So I e-mailed him back and wanted to share my response with my loyal readers. Here goes: I am glad to hear you are working in the...

3 Workshops – 3 Locations – Jan. & Feb. 2011

by admin | Jan 12, 2011 | concepts in painting, Education

Get Out of the Box The Basics of Color Shape – Hayley Gallery Download Application here Join nationally acclaimed oil painter, Daryl Urig, for an exploratory journey with color, shapes while painting from photographs. This innovative approach will help take you...

Buffing up for the New Year?

by admin | Jan 3, 2011 | concepts in painting, Education, Historical Sites, sport

I plan to buff up before the Arnold Schwarzenegger Event in Columbus Ohio in March. Last year I won the Arnold Choice Award, and am hoping for even better things this year. To accomplish my goals, I’m visualizing them. So I how can I buff up my paintings? I have a few...

Breathe life into your paintings with new experiences.

by admin | Nov 18, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education, plein air

I just got back from Tucson Arizona, and had a breathtaking time. I’ve wanted to visit Arizona since college and to finally arrive there was a blessing. While there, I often stood and took in as much as I could: majestic mountains, saguaro, prickly pear cactus and the...

Creating your personal art group like the Impressionists – Original Oil Painting Blog by American Oil Painter Daryl Urig

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...