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.
So why do artist enjoy painting the nudes?
I am guessing it is because this is the most perfect and valued thing God has created. It is us, and in His image and it is life. God created us without clothing (nude) and never meant us to ware any clothing from what I can tell. Clothing unrolled after the fall or...
Food for thought – a good painting practice
I like to parallel cooking and painting to drive through a concept that I think is very beneficial for creative’s. If I where going to create some great meal, having some knowledge of cooking, would I just reach into the refrigerator, herb cabinet, pantry or gather...
Reaching for the Light
Reaching for the Light, 11 x 14 inches, oil on panel Purchase painting ©2011 Daryl Urig
Giving your best & the frustration it causes
I am trying to live every day like it is my last. What that means to me is to give your best in every situation, so if by chance you die (my paintings would increase in value) that I would leave those around me with at least a last good impression. (No I don’t mean...
Sunflower
Sunflower, Oil on Panel, 11 x 14 inches tall Visit Gallery Store
Life can be complex
With the realities we experience each and every day. Trying to be true to our path is not an easy accomplishment. Are we in America under constant impending danger? Is 9-11 the beginning of more to come? So many questions to be answered. I try to stay true to the...
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