Joy-filled Abstract Texas Wildflowers by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

 

"Exploding Color II" 36" x 36" textured acrylic paintings on canvas

by Niki Gulley

Loaded with warm memories and delightful anticipation of our visit back, I've been working on capturing that joy, movement and vibrancy in this new "Land in Motion" series. Painting these wildflowers larger than life, I wanted you to be fully immersed in their beauty. Imagine an "Alice in Wonderland"-type experience where you step into a world of childlike wonder, curiosity and depth.

I built up so many layers in this set so that there is a richness in dimension, a harmonic flowing movement between earth and sky, and a bouquet of hidden surprises. May every time you gaze into these you see something new to spark your imagination. The texture on these literally leaps off the canvas, and I hope you feel that jubilance, wonderment and energy!

If you'd like to see this live, check out  – https://www.instagram.com/p/DVY2TkBDjVl/
and don't miss the unveiling in person of this new series at The Good Art Company Gallery!

Visit goodartcompany.com/ to see more in this collection, "Land in Motion."

For details on more of my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, check out my website at nikigulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape palette knife paintings.

New Texas Bluebonnet and Wildflower Paintings by Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

"Exploding Color"  36" x 36" textured acrylic paintings on canvas

by Niki Gulley

I am beyond ready for spring – North Carolina is beautiful but we had snow last week! I miss Texas wildflowers so much. After the winter doldrums, those bright blue beauties and perky Indian Paintbrush are the first signal that winter is finally ending. Carpets of cobalt, crimson and gold fill the fields with hope and color, lifting our spirits.

Loaded with warm memories and delightful anticipation of our visit back, I've been working on capturing that joy, movement and vibrancy in this new "Land in Motion" series. Painting these wildflowers larger than life, I wanted you to be fully immersed in their beauty. Imagine an "Alice in Wonderland"-type experience where you step into a world of childlike wonder, curiosity and depth.

If you'd like to see this live, check out  – https://www.instagram.com/p/DVY2TkBDjVl/
and don't miss the unveiling in person of this new series at The Good Art Company Gallery!

Visit goodartcompany.com/ to see more in this collection, "Land in Motion."

For details on more of my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, check out my website at nikigulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape palette knife paintings.

Tuscany Foodie Trek with Scott Williams and Niki Gulley

 

View from our Villa, Tuscany ©2024 Niki Gulley 

SOLD • 9" x 12" textured acrylic painting on canvas panel

Day 1, Tuscany Foodie Trek with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams

On the first day of our Tuscany Foodie Trek, we picked everyone up from the Rome airport and drove them to our new abode for the next week, nestled amongst the rolling Tuscan hills.  The villa is beautiful and the view so spectacular that we just relaxed and soaked in that gorgeous scenery the first day. Some people enjoyed the pool while others got settled in. That night we had the most spectacular sunset while we dined al fresco on a 7 course meal made by an amazing Italian mama chef. A spectacular way to kick off the trip!

For more details on my other Tuscany paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, check out my website at nikigulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape palette knife paintings.

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Tuscany is always our most popular Foodie Trek as the food, wine, people, scenery and history are unparalleled. And, you're in luck if you've always wanted to go! We've had a couple of spots open up for our trip this September. Please let us know if you would like to join us. Spaces fill up quickly! 

Iceland
August 3-10, 2026

Only 1 spot left!
https://www.arttreks.org/tuscany-foodie-2026/

Tuscany Foodie Trek 

September 26 - October 3, 2026

Only a couple spots left!
https://www.arttreks.org/tuscany-foodie-2026/

Cinque Terre & Lake Como, Italy
October 4-11, 2026

Only 4 spots left!
https://www.arttreks.org/tuscany-foodie-2026/

If you  have any questions or would like to register, please contact Scott at photoguy@blind-squirrel.org or 214-289-8512.

Visit ArtTreks.org for more details on all of our trips.

 
Check out our review page on TripAdvisor and feel free to leave one of your own.

The Good Art Company Gallery Proudly Invites You to Niki Gulley's "Land in Motion" Exhibition

 

Land in Motion

New Works by Niki Gulley

Opening First Friday Art Walk — April 3^rd 5 to 7:30

The Good Art Company | Fredericksburg, Texas

The Good Art Company is proud to present Land in Motion, a dynamic new collection by celebrated landscape artist Niki Gulley, debuting during Fredericksburg’s First Friday Art Walk.

In this energetic series, Gulley captures the living rhythm of the natural world. Sweeping brushwork, vibrant color, and shifting skies convey the sensation of wind moving through grasses, clouds drifting across vast horizons, and the ever-changing atmosphere of the open landscape.

Rather than portraying still scenes, Gulley paints the experience of being present within nature, where movement, light, and emotion converge. Her expressive mark and bold palette create immersive environments that invite viewers to feel the vitality of the land itself.

With Land in Motion, Gulley expands her exploration of the landscape, offering collectors paintings that feel alive with energy, freedom, and expansive possibility.

The artist will be in attendance during First Friday Art Walk. Small bites + local wine will be served.

And, if you're not in town, check out this new collection soon online at goodartcompany.com/.

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For details on more of Gulley's Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, check out her website at nikigulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape palette knife paintings.

 

Niki Gulley's New "Land in Motion" Exhibit Opening at The Good Art Company Gallery

 

"Musical Interlude II" 34" x 34" textured acrylic paintings on canvas

by Niki Gulley

In this painting I wanted to create a dream-like feel using one of my favorite flowers, the poppy. There is something awe-inspiring about the transformation of a single dainty flower into a dense explosion of vibrant, energetic crimson that delights your senses and lifts your spirits. Arranging the wildflower masses in the foreground to create waves of color and repeating those curving shapes throughout the landscape add to a sense of joyful harmony and tranquility. Expressive marks and bold palettes create an immersive environment that invites you to experience the vitality of the land itself, feeling alive with energy, freedom, and expansive possibility.

If you'd like to see this piece and the rest of the collection live, check out  – https://www.instagram.com/p/DVY2TkBDjVl/.  I will be unveiling them in person at The Good Art Company Gallery's this Friday. In this energetic series, "Land in Motion," I capture the living rhythm of the natural world. Sweeping brushwork, vibrant color, and shifting skies convey the sensation of wind moving through grasses, clouds drifting across vast horizons, and the ever-changing atmosphere of the open landscape.

 I'd love to see you there! And, if you're not in town, check out this new collection soon online at goodartcompany.com/.

For details on more of my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, check out my website at nikigulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape palette knife paintings.

New Uplifting Texas Wildflower Paintings by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

 

"Musical Interlude" 34" x 34" textured acrylic paintings on canvas

by Niki Gulley

In this Texas wildflower series, I wanted to capture the excitement and energy felt during a beautiful April day when the bluebonnets are painting the horizon in shades of blue. Driving through the hill country in springtime, there is such an amazing explosion of color from the  the plethora of wildflowers, that it fills your heart with joy and awe. Pulling in close on the blooms with a hint of the landscape in the distance and the sky dancing beyond that, I wanted to communicate the emotion felt being surrounded by all of this Texas beauty.

If you'd like to see this piece and the rest of the collection live, check out  – https://www.instagram.com/p/DVY2TkBDjVl/.  I will be unveiling the entire series in person at The Good Art Company Gallery's "Land in Motion" opening this Friday. I'd love to see you there! And, if you're not in town, check out this new collection soon online at goodartcompany.com/.

For details on more of my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, check out my website at nikigulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape palette knife paintings.

New Texas Bluebonnet and Wildflower Paintings by Impressionist Niki Gulley

Two 36" x 36" textured acrylic paintings on canvas

by Niki Gulley

I am beyond ready for spring – North Carolina is beautiful but we had snow last week! I miss Texas wildflowers so much. After the winter doldrums, those bright blue beauties and perky Indian Paintbrush are the first signal that winter is finally ending. Carpets of cobalt, crimson and gold fill the fields with hope and color, lifting our spirits.

Loaded with warm memories and delightful anticipation of our visit back, I've been working on capturing that joy, movement and vibrancy in this new "Land in Motion" series. Painting these wildflowers larger than life, I wanted you to be fully immersed in their beauty. Imagine an "Alice in Wonderland"-type experience where you step into a world of childlike wonder, curiosity and depth.

I built up so many layers in this set so that there is a richness in dimension, a harmonic flowing movement between earth and sky, and a bouquet of hidden surprises. May every time you gaze into these you see something new to spark your imagination. The texture on these literally leaps off the canvas, and I hope you feel that jubilance, wonderment and energy!

If you'd like to see these live, check out  – https://www.instagram.com/p/DVY2TkBDjVl/
and don't miss the unveiling in person of this new series at The Good Art Company Gallery's "Land in Motion" opening this Friday. I'd love to see you there! And, if you're not in town, check out this new collection soon online at goodartcompany.com/.

For details on more of my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, check out my website at nikigulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape palette knife paintings.