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.”
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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.
Gullah: Prisoner of Land Developers
Some stories are simply tragic. She battled all her life, as if destiny had it out for her. Painting every muscle and bone, I could sense the complexity of her journey. The features spoke volumes. Some individuals, even land developers, covet what isn’t rightfully theirs. Farewell, Josephine Wright. Though we never truly crossed paths, you possessed the grace to endure… Allow me to expound on the painting’s symbolism and the intricate narrative it portrays: Her scars and visible fractures depict the hardships she endured. The orange fence represents Josephine’s confinement. The withered plant in the foreground symbolizes her passing. The hand grasping the post signifies her triumphant spirit, akin to Moses leading his followers through the Red Sea. Finally, the yellow flower represents hope and the cycle of life arising from the ashes of death.
One-on-one creative artist coaching
I wanted to offer this to my artist's Facebook friends. It has been benefiting many of your fellow artists. One-on-one creative artist coaching Please see the rotating text above for some ideas on what I may coach on. It is always expanding to artist needs. We can...
Border Crossing: The Gates of Hell
A mixed message? How did we get here? What has our land that we temporarily ownsaid to the world? We have open borders and if you set yourfoot here, we will take care of you and provideopportunity, it does not matter how you arrive? If you live here, you must protect...
Can you Drink your Paint Thinner? I Can!
A Healthy Alternative to Traditional Paint ThinnersI have found and experimented with this product that gives me beautiful washes and even easy cleaning of paint brushes. It is made with 98% Orange Peel and 2% water. Safe enough to drink and smells like oranges. The...
Healthy Painting 2024
“Safety First” is My Motto in Painting and in Life M. Graham Oil PaintsThere are no reasons to paint with toxic oil paints or thinners. That is why years ago I started painting with M. Graham Oil Paints which uses walnut oil (a vegetable oil) to paint with and even...
6 New paintings in 2023
Wild Wild West: Morning Roundup © Daryl Urig 2023 M. Graham Oil Pant on 18 x 24 inch panel Please message me for details and share Wild Wild West: Desert Heat © Daryl Urig 2023 M. Graham Oil Pant on 18 x 24 inch panel Please message me for details and share Wild Wild...

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