by admin | Oct 19, 2010 | concepts in painting, Oil Paintings for Sale, plein air
For years hospitals and therapeutic facilities have hung art in their buildings to help patients. Studies have shown the benefits of art in the health care field. Paintings can reduce stress of patients and visiting family members, calm fears and aid in the healing...
by admin | Oct 14, 2010 | Oil Paintings for Sale
I am not totally sure why I came up with this idea. It may have been for many assorted reasons, I am not quite certain. All that I know is that my life has been in an upheaval since I was divorced and I can see everywhere I go that people are hurting, and all for...
by admin | Oct 5, 2010 | concepts in painting, Oil Paintings for Sale
Dinner Bell, 8 x 10 inches, oil on gallery wrapped canvas As I mentioned in my last post when I was painting, I realized the importance of doing small studies before tackling larger paintings. I could then work out the color flow of the composition with larger more...
by admin | Sep 20, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education, Oil Paintings for Sale
Artworks invited Urig, along with other noted painters, to participate in an annual juried show, entitled “Exposed,” from October 22nd-November 28, 2010. The opening reception is Friday, October 22nd from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Location: 20 East Central Parkway,...
by admin | Sep 9, 2010 | Historical Sites, Oil Paintings for Sale, plein air
Oil on Canvas – 10 x 20 inches This depicts a scenic view in Indian Hill, Ohio. For me, the gatekeeper’s home is nostalgic of days of yore. It also compliments the beautiful Marge Schott mansion that lies far beyond the gate. The long profile of the gatekeeper’s...
by admin | Sep 5, 2010 | concepts in painting, Education, Oil Paintings for Sale
Most people paint objects or places that evoke their emotion. Sadly, the things that they choose to portray do not always captivate the masses. For the people who enjoy painting as a hobby, the mass appeal of their work is not that important, but the professional...