The Adventures of an American West Oil Painter
The
Paintings
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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.”
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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.
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...
WGUC Radio Lost Interview with Daryl Urig 2009 one Man Show at Middletown Art Center
I found the lost interview by WGUC Radio of Cincinnati had tapped just before my One Man Show at The Middletown Art Center back in 2009. Looking back this was a difficult time for me personally, but that did not stop me from painting. You may say it even accelerated...
Daryl Urig Receives 2015 Duveneck Award – Behringer-Crawford Museum Collection
This past weekend Daryl Urig was presented the Duveneck Award in the 46th Annual Duveneck Memorial Art Show in Covington Kentucky. Urig’s painting, “Cincinnati View of Ohio River”, 10” x 72”, found its new home with the permanent collection of the Behringer-Crawford...
Sneak Peak- Online Gallery
Take a sneak peek at a few of the Creative Underground Gallery Grand Opening paintings. CLICK HERE More information on the May 1st, 2015 Gallery Grand Opening PLEASE CLICK HERE
Gallery Grand Opening Reception on Friday, May 1st, 2015, from 6 to 8pm
The Daryl Urig’s Creative Underground has been bringing you live and recorded broadcasts of painters interviewing painters with our Think Tank YouTube Channel. Launched our artist-mentoring program and now the Gallery Grand Opening Reception on Friday, May 1st, 2015,...
“The First Brush of Spring” paint out in New Harmony Indiana
“The First Brush of Spring” paint out in New Harmony Indiana this past week was a great artist retreat. I was able to paint, meet up with old friends and make many new acquaintances. Thank you to all that participated and made this a meaningful time away. I enjoy...
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