New Contemporary Rose Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

Daily Painting #3

"A Rose by Any Other Name" #3 ©2020 Niki Gulley

5" x 5" textured acrylic painting

There is just something inherently beautiful about a rose. The bards write poems about it and musicians compose ballads about them. They signify love and happiness and their aroma always seem to make us smile. Think of how much better the world is when roses are a part of your day.

If you're interested in purchasing this painting and seeing a close up of its thick texture, just follow this link http://nikigulley.com/a-rose-by-any-other-name-3/.

Painting #1 picture above in 4" black frame. If interested in framing options, please e-mail me.

If you'd like to receive daily e-mails about these new paintings as soon as I finish them and a chance to purchase them before anyone else, please tell me to add you to my daily paintings newsletter. And, if you know anyone else who might be interested, I'd really appreciate it you could pass this along. Thank you! E-mail Niki Gulley.

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Daily Painting #2 - Abstract Rose by Niki Gulley

Daily Painting #2

"A Rose by Any Other Name" #2 ©2020 Niki Gulley

5" x 5" textured acrylic painting

This spring has seen an explosion of color in my garden, so I decided to jump right in and capture it in all of its glory. My roses have been especially vibrant, running the spectrum from pink and reds, to coral and peach, and some yellows with pink edges. Every one presents me with a new opportunity to explore their intricacies and be creative.

If you're interested in purchasing this painting and seeing a close up of its thick texture, just follow this link http://nikigulley.com/a-rose-by-any-other-name-2/.

Painting #1 picture above in 4" black frame. If interested in framing options, please e-mail me.

If you'd like to receive daily e-mails about these new paintings as soon as I finish them and a chance to purchase them before anyone else, please tell me to add you to my daily paintings newsletter. And, if you know anyone else who might be interested, I'd really appreciate it you could pass this along. Thank you! E-mail Niki Gulley.

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New Abstract Rose Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

Daily Painting #1

"A Rose by Any Other Name" #1 ©2020 Niki Gulley

5" x 5" textured acrylic painting

During the Coronavirus I ended up with extra time on my hands, so I decided to bring back my small textured painting for $100. Since it has been about ten years, I figured that it was time to start creating these small gems at attractive prices! My idea is to paint every day and sell it priced under $500, with the majority around $100. So this is the start of my daily series…

I have spent the last few years working on my garden and it has finally paid off.  My rose bushes have been bursting with color, just inviting me to jump right in and paint their stunning beauty. With each new blossom bursting forth, it draws me in all that much more. It is hard not be inspired to paint every day when you are surrounded by such beauty.

If you're interested in purchasing this painting and seeing a close up of its thick texture, just follow this link http://nikigulley.com/a-rose-by-any-other-name-1/

If interested in framing options, please e-mail me.

If you'd like to receive daily e-mails about these new paintings as soon as I finish them and a chance to purchase them before anyone else, please tell me to add you to my daily paintings newsletter. And, if you know anyone else who might be interested, I'd really appreciate it you could pass this along. Thank you! E-mail Niki Gulley.

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New Contemporary Textured Wildflower Painting by Niki Gulley

"Bursts of Color VI" ©2020 Niki Gulley

12" x 12" textured mixed media painting
Painted on 1.5" gallery wrap canvas with the painting continuing around the edges.

Here is the final painting in this abstracted wildflower series. Painted with palette knife and loaded with texture, this painting really jumps off the canvas in person. Full of mystery, hope and energy, I hope it brings you joy and color.

Close up texture detail:

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.

"Bursts of Color V" Textured Wildflower Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

"Bursts of Color V" ©2022 Niki Gulley

12" x 12" textured mixed media painting
Painted on 1.5" gallery wrap canvas with the painting continuing around the edges.

Here is the fifth piece in my small meditation series. Full of mystery, hope and energy, Imay this Texas bluebonnet scene bring yo peace and joy.. Created with palette knife and loaded with texture, this painting really jumps off the canvas in person.

Close up texture detail:

To purchase this painting, go to nikigulley.com/bursts-of-color-v/.

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Or, if you'd like to see this painting and more of my contemporary florals and palette knife landscape paintings, please stop by my exhibit at Southlake's Art in the Square this weekend.

Art in the Square

Booth #SN2D

Southlake, TX

April 22 (Friday) 4pm – 9pm

April 23 (Saturday) 10am – 9pm

April 24 (Sunday) 11am – 6pm

http://www.artinthesquare.com

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.

New Contemporary Wildflower Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

"Bursts of Color IV" ©2020 Niki Gulley

12" x 12" textured mixed media painting
Painted on 1.5" gallery wrap canvas with the painting continuing around the edges.

I hope my new 12" x 12" textured paintings bring joy, color and energy to your day! These paintings look great hung alone or in a grouping. 

Close up texture detail:

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.

Contemporary Rose Textured Painting by Niki Gulley

Daily Painting #3

"A Rose by Any Other Name" #4 ©2020 Niki Gulley

5" x 5" textured acrylic painting

There is just something inherently beautiful about a rose. The bards write poems about it and musicians compose ballads about them. They signify love and happiness and their aroma always seem to make us smile. Think of how much better the world is when roses are a part of your day.

If you're interested in purchasing this painting and seeing a close up of its thick texture, just follow this link http://nikigulley.com/a-rose-by-any-other-name-3/.

Painting #1 picture above in 4" black frame. If interested in framing options, please e-mail me.

If you'd like to receive daily e-mails about these new paintings as soon as I finish them and a chance to purchase them before anyone else, please tell me to add you to my daily paintings newsletter. And, if you know anyone else who might be interested, I'd really appreciate it you could pass this along. Thank you! E-mail Niki Gulley.

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New Contemporary Texas Bluebonnet and Wildflower Painting by Niki Gulley

"Bursts of Color III" ©2020 Niki Gulley

12" x 12" textured mixed media painting
Contemporary Bluebonnets and Texas Wildflowers Landscape

Number three in my mediation series, I hope these 12" x 12" textured paintings bring joy and hope to your day!

Close up texture detail:

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.

New "Bursts of Color" Contemporary Texas Wildflower Painting by Niki Gulley

"Bursts of Color II" ©2020 Niki Gulley

12" x 12" textured mixed media painting

Contemporary Abstract Texas Bluebonnets and Wildflowers Landscape

Number two in my mediation series, I hope these small paintings lift you up and create a sense of mystery, leaving interpretation up to your imagination.

Close up texture detail:

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.

New Abstract Texas Bluebonnet and Wildflower Painting by Niki Gulley

"Bursts of Color" ©2020 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 12" x 12" textured mixed media painting

This next series of paintings have been appearing in my mind as I'm meditating. You'll see they're a twist on reality with nature abstracted through color, strokes and texture. I hope they lift you up and create a sense of mystery, leaving interpretation up to your imagination.

Close up texture detail:

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.

"Field of Dreams" Palette Knife Oil Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

"Field of Dreams" ©2020 Niki Gulley

Three 48" x 36" canvases to form a 48" x 90" triptych
textured oil painting on wrap around canvas

Field of Dreams is inspired from the beautiful sunflower fields we visited in Provence, France. The flowers seemed to stretch forever and the color explosion was out of this world! Back in my studio, I worked from a combination of photos, on-site sketches and memories. Painting the sunflowers full-sized in the foreground helps to bring them to life and hopefully transport you to this happy location. Including surprising pops of vivid reds and purples keeps your eye moving throughout the scene, seeing new things each time you look at it, and adds to the joyful feeling.

E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions.

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

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"Sunny Celebration" Sunflower Palette Knife Painting by Niki Gulley

"Sunny Celebration" ©2020 Niki Gulley

30" x 48" textured oil painting

Sunny Celebration is inspired from the beautiful sunflower fields we visited in Provence, France. The flowers seemed to stretch forever and the color explosion was out of this world! Back in my studio, I worked from a combination of photos, on-site sketches and memories. Painting the sunflowers full-sized in the foreground helps to bring them to life and hopefully transport you to this happy location. Including cheerful poppies in vivid reds and surprising pops of color keeps your eye moving throughout the scene, seeing new things each time you look at it, and adds to the joyful feeling.

For more details on my textured floral 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 "Elevated Love" Aspen Tree Painting by Niki Gulley

“Elevated Love” ©2020 Niki Gulley

48" x 36” textured oil painting on wrap around canvas

Recently I felt compelled to paint a new treetop painting where a couple has etched a heart into the aspen bark. With romance in the air and the excitement of young love, this painting is full of playful colors and energy to match those emotions. 

Close up texture detail on Elevated Love.

For more information on my textured palette knife birch and aspen tree paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, visit NikiGulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

"Reclining Thoughts" Textured Aspen Tree painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

“Reclining Thoughts” ©2019 Niki Gulley

40" x 30” textured oil painting on wrap around canvas

In this painting, I wanted you to you to experience the joy of looking up into the treetops – just like you did when you were a kid. Lying on the ground, not a care in the world, you gaze in wonderment as the clouds drift by. Choosing warm yellows, reds and greens and utilizing thick chunky staccato strokes add to that childlike whimsy and I hope you are transported back to a happy, carefree time and place.

For more information on my textured palette knife birch and aspen tree oil paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, visit NikiGulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

"Soaring Dreams II" by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

"Soaring Dreams II" ©2020 Niki Gulley

textured oil painting on canvas • 34" x 34"

In this painting I wanted you to feel that child-like wonder of staring up into the treetops and heavens above. Choosing uplifting golds and reds contrasted against a lavender-blue sky with gentle clouds drifting by, I've arranged the aspens in a circular pattern to give you a sense of laying on the ground, surrounded by the forest. Using diagonal leading lines with the tree trunks and limbs, your eye gazes into the focal point where all of the elements come together. Meanwhile, utilizing thick, curving paint strokes adds to that joyful, playful feeling of hope and discovery.

To see more of my impressionist palette knife paintings, please visit NikiGulley.com.

If you have any questions about my aspen and birch tree paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Textured Hill Country Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

Willow City Loop ©2020 Niki Gulley

9" x 12" textured oil painting

I started this piece on location along the Willow City Loop in Fredericksburg, TX and these interesting red rocks were calling my name! Combine their beautiful hues and shapes along with the dreamy morning light, and I thought this composition would make a perfect painting. I love bluebonnets but there were only two or three tiny ones at my feet, so I decided to use them as a guide and multiply them. That way I could paint the scene the way it would look in another two weeks. Lastly, including the road on the left reminds you to slow down and enjoy the journey.

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my bluebonnet and Texas inspired textured paintings.

New Palette Knife Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

 ©2020 Niki Gulley

Willow City Loop - 16" x 20" textured oil painting

Returning to the Willow City Loop in Fredericksburg, TX one last day, I decided I wanted to paint the tranquil river again. This time, I arrived earlier so I could capture the light before the shadows took over the scene and I wanted to have more fun with the texture. Working thick with palette knife and thick paint, I changed the composition and pulled the river over to the left side of the canvas creating more of a contemporary feel. Keeping my strokes loose, also add to the energy and abstraction of the scene. Full of joy, serenity and color,I hope you enjoy this cool peaceful place as much as I did.

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.

"Purple Shadows" by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

"Purple Shadows" ©2020 Niki Gulley

Willow City Loop - 9" x 12" textured oil painting

Painted on location along the Willow City Loop in Fredericksburg, TX, I was drawn to this tranquil spot, especially as the day was getting hotter. When I started the scene, there were just a few shadows being cast from the trees on the right but they kept growing as I was painting! I liked the rhythm they were creating so I decided to include their patterns and go ahead and chase the light (which is a no no for plein air painters). But there's always exceptions to the rules, right? I hope you enjoy this cool peaceful place as much as I did.

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.

Textured Hill Country Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

"Living on the Rocks" ©2020 Niki Gulley

Willow City Loop - 16" x 12" textured oil painting

I painted this piece on location along the Willow City Loop in Fredericksburg, TX. I was drawn to the interesting rock formations and the tangle of foliage that was growing above it. The wild oak tree perched on top and the Prickly Pear cactus below it just said Texas to me and I had to paint the scene. Working with palette knife to capture all of the texture in the rocks, I used a softer approach with the greenery to show the contrast between the elements. Finally the morning light cast a magical light on the scene that I wanted to capture before it was too late.

To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.