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.
Going Green – Healthy Painting
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...
Easy Rider on Red Chopper – Optic Sensationalism
Happy New Year! I have enjoyed painting this painting of the motorcyclist and like starting the New Year this way. Letting my imagination and thoughts collide in what I am calling Optic Sensationalism. From early on in my boyhood I have always enjoyed the visual and...
Leisure Painter, January 2014 article by Daryl Urig
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 very impressed...
The Perfect Fine Art Painting Gift
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...
Spring Island, SC – Studio Painting Knives
As part of my National Tour I was able to enjoy the people and location of Spring Island, SC. The week-long workshop focused on drawing for painting, color mixing, limited pallet, perspective, painting light and shadow and paint manipulation with painting knife or...
Canal Days – Metamora Indiana
The location is Metamora Indiana. It is an 1800's canal town. It has canal days the first weekend of October, you would think you are in the 1800's. You can see how the painting evolved by reviewing the images below. I used a cement trowel which is quite large and...
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