The Adventures of an American West Oil Painter
The
Paintings
of
Daryl
Urig
One stormy plein air day, I learned to paint through chaos—each stroke a fight, each canvas a triumph. That grit shapes my art, waiting for you to discover. Step into my vibrant world of painting.
“Daryl Urig’s paintings capture raw emotion and texture—a must for any collector.”
Just Off My Easle
About My Process
My paintings evolve through years of bold experimentation, each canvas a playground of vibrant energy. Every mark—whether a knife’s thick stroke, a brush’s soft edge, or a fingertip’s touch—brings color and form to life, inviting you into a vivid, three-dimensional world.
From My Studio
Explore my blog for insights, stories, and the passion behind my paintings. Join me in bringing vibrant art to life, one canvas at a time.
Developing a Plein Air Painting – Marine Outlet, Richmond Indiana
In developing a plein air painting you have many varied options. I choose the path of developing the plein air sketch with as much passion as I could master along with being sensitive to observed color and the visual lost and found edges that disappeared into the...
Updated Web Gallery of Daryl Urig’s Paintings
I have just updated my Gallery with some of my latest Paintings. It is a better view and representation of my paintings. Please visit here: https://darylurig.com/store.html ... Powered by Cincopa <a...
Save this Date on Your Calendar – September 5, 2015!
I was able to see many artists this past weekend in Richmond Indiana for the IPAP, OPAS & RAM paint out. I was surprised how close Richmond is to Springdale Ohio. We had nice weather and a wonderful time painting and talking with other painters. Many mentioned to...
What is happening at the Creative Underground?
YouTube Painter Interviews • Workshops • Plein Air Event • Gallery Exhibition Recent Interviews by Daryl Urig's Creative Underground YouTube Channel What is a Painting? Live Talk with Daryl Urig - Shades of Summer 2015 Plein Air Event, June 26, 2015 The Cape Cod...
In art as in life there is a need for a new perspective on learning
Learning is a gift we sometimes overlook. To take a fresh perspective on learning, try teaching someone something. When they get it you will quickly see the amazement and appreciation upon their face. Like a young child we learn about the beauty of creation. Noticing...
Comparing Two Paintings “Get Away” to “Back Staircase”
The painting above, "Get Away" has some of the same intrigue as a painting I painted about a year ago, below, but with some notable differences. With "Get Away" besides the more illuminating color there is a decidedly difference in edge treatment. Using the softer...
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Painting Knives Explained,
Master bold, textured effects with this practical painting knife guide
Plein Air Painting for Everyone,
Step-by-step tips for capturing landscapes with passion, for beginners and pros
Tips for the Contemporary Painter
My artistic truths and “Painters Code” to debunk myths.