New Bluebonnet Painting from the Texas Hill Country by Niki Gulley

      

“Spring Forward V" ©2021 Niki Gulley

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

I wanted to capture the excitement and energy felt during a beautiful April day when the Texas wildflowers are painting the horizon in their uplifting palette. Driving through the hill country in springtime, there is such an amazing explosion of color from the bluebonnets, Indian Paintbrush, coreopsis, Evening Primrose and the plethora of wildflowers, that it fills your heart with joy and awe. Focusing on the rows of varied hues, I wanted to communicate the emotion felt being surrounded by all of this beauty.

For details on more of my bluebonnet and Texas 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 "Planted Sunshine III" Contemporary Impressionistic Sunflower Field by Niki Gulley

   

"Planted Sunshine III" ©2021 Niki Gulley

10" x 20" textured mixed media painting on canvas panel

This sunflower field that I visited this summer was beautiful. Miles of bright, happy faces sharing their smiles with us and lifting our spirits. My heart literally swelled and I had to capture all of that golden joy on canvas. Just after sunrise, big, billowy clouds drift by on the horizon and are illuminated with color from the rising sun. Utilizing thick paint and palette knives to create broad, energetic strokes and not over blending my marks adds emotion and abstraction for the viewer to fill in their own story. 

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my sunflower and wildflower fields paintings.

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

 

New "Scenic Byway II" by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

"Scenic Byway II" ©2021 Niki Gulley

16" x 20" textured oil painting on canvas

Painted just outside of Santa Fe, the fall colors were gorgeous this year. The contrast of complimentary oranges and blues and yellows and purples created an energetic symphony for the eyes! Bright sunshine warmed up the day and caused the light to glow and dance. I hope you can enjoy the escape of a leisurely drive through the beautiful autumn scenery of New Mexico.

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E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Southwest textured oil paintings.

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

"Reaching for the Sun" Sunflower Painting by Niki Gulley

"Reaching for the Sun" ©2021 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 24" x 12" textured mixed media painting on canvas

Just sold through Sandz Fine Art Gallery! I painted these sunflowers right in my backyard. We patiently awaited as we watched them grow practically 6 inches every day, thinking any minute they would bloom. They were so fun to watch! Blossoms the size of dinner plates, chased the sun and smiled at us from the backyard. I had to go out over the course of several mornings and capture all of that happy beauty. Loaded with texture and energy, these flowers practically spring to life from the canvas! 

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my birch and aspen tree oil paintings.

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

New "Elevated Love" #2 Textured Aspen Tree Painting by Niki Gulley

 

"Elevated Love" #2 ©2022 Niki Gulley

9" x 9" textured acrylic painting

Recently I felt compelled to paint a new aspen painting where a couple had etched a heart into the 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.

If you're interested in purchasing this painting and seeing a close up of its thick texture, just follow this link  https://www.nikigulley.com/elevated-love-ii/.

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Yellow Iris Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

  

"Iris on Parade" #10 ©2022 Niki Gulley

5" x 5" textured acrylic painting

I think that I am nearing the end of my iris blooms, so I am trying to take advantage of them while they still look good.

If you're interested in purchasing this painting and seeing a close up of its thick texture, just follow this link https://www.nikigulley.com/iris-on-parade-x/.

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"A Rose by Any Other Name #10" by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

 

"A Rose by Any Other Name" #10 ©2022 Niki Gulley

5" x 5" textured acrylic painting

A rose is a rose, is a rose. Not in my backyard – they are what I look at first thing in the morning as I am waiting on my coffee. I love to look out the windows to see if I have any new blooms and what color they are today. That way I can get an idea of what I want to paint that day.

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

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Red Rose Painting by Contemporary Expressionist Niki Gulley

"A Rose by Any Other Name" #9 ©2022 Niki Gulley

5" x 5" textured acrylic painting

A rose is a rose, is a rose. Not in my backyard – they are what I look at first thing in the morning as I am waiting on my coffee. I love to look out the windows to see if I have any new blooms and what color they are today. That way I can get an idea of what I want to paint that day.

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

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"Prickly Tower" Contemporary Cactus Painting by Niki Gulley

  

"Prickly Tower" ©2021 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 48" x 30" Textured Mixed Media Painting on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

Just Sold! On a recent trip, we came across these gigantic cacti. I had never seen such a large cactus before and I was awestruck by its age and size. Purposely choosing this angle from below and narrowing the perspective as it stretches to the dramatic clouds drifting by in the sky, you can get a sense of its scale. Filled with vibrant colors and dragging my paint in swirling, diagonal patterns add to the energy and joy of the scene. 

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

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

 

New "Syncopation" Textured Aspen Painting by Niki Gulley

 

"Syncopation II" ©2020 Niki Gulley

 12" x 24" • textured oil painting on canvas

Flickering autumn leaves seem to almost dance in a gentle breeze while white sentinels slice through the colorful backdrop and create a rhythm as they march along. Repeating and receding, the aspen trunks lead you into the distance, inviting you to take a relaxing walk on a beautiful autumn morning.

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E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her palette knife aspen and birch tree paintings.

See NikiGulley.com to see more of her contemporary landscape paintings.

Strolling through a birch forest painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

"Woodland Stroll" ©2022 Niki Gulley

10" x 20” textured oil painting

Today we continued our counterclockwise adventure around Iceland to arrive in the north, near the massive, impressive Godafoss waterfall. Unfortunately, our weather turned for the worse, and it was way too wet to paint the falls. However, just over the mountain, 20 minutes away at our b and b, the skies were fairly clear with even occasional glimpses of sunshine. I loved these birch trees all over their property, leading you down to the gorgeous view of the mountains in the distance. Sprinkled with summer wildflowers, I set out to capture the light casting long shadows from the trunks and causing the grasses to glow in the foreground, leading to a feeling of joy and serenity in this beautiful spot.

Close up texture detail of Woodland Stroll: 

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If you're interested in joining us on one of our upcoming Art Treks or Foodie Treks to Iceland or Tuscany, please let us know. Spaces fill up quickly!

Alsace, France - Aug. 2022

Foodie Trek - Tuscany - Oct. 2022

For more information on upcoming Treks, please visit http://www.ArtTreks.org.

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E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my palette knife travel paintings.

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

  

New "Autumn's Tapestry" Kid's Perspective Painting by Niki Gulley

  

 

"Autumn's Tapestry" ©2022 Niki Gulley

textured oil painting on board • 20" x 20"

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 turquoise-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.

New "Nova" Textured Aspen Tree Painting by Niki Gulley

               

"Nova" ©2022 Niki Gulley

36" x 36" textured mixed media painting 

on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

Inspired by this gorgeous aspen grove, I wanted to capture the magical morning light casting its warm glow on the forest. Peaceful and mysterious, the sun's rays peek through the knotted trunks causing the landscape to dance with light and awaken with autumn’s kaleidoscope of colors. Loaded with texture and layers and layers of paint, the forest shimmers with hope and discovery for the new day.

E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions.

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

 

 

"Autumn Serenade" Palette Knife Fall Foliage Painting by Niki Gulley

  

 

"Autumn Serenade"  ©2021 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 36" x 48" textured oil painting on wrap around canvas

Just Sold! Shimmering colors of autumn: Aspen, Oak and the forest of trees quiver, their light graceful leaves tremble and quake, silver and gold, scarlet and tangerine, with each light breeze. There is the quiet energy of change coming and vibrant color charges the woods. Crisp fall mountain air, slender trunks cut bright strokes of white against a dazzling kaleidoscope of colors. Staccato strokes and shimmering hues add to the feeling of change in the air and suggest the breeze whistling through the foliage.

If you'd like more details on Autumn Serenade or are interested in purchasing, check out nikigulley.com/autumn-serenade/.

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

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my textured aspen and birch tree paintings.

New "Blazing a Trail" Abstracted Autumn Aspen Painting Niki Gulley

     

“Blazing a Trail" ©2021 Niki Gulley

36” x 18" textured mixed media painting 

on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

Flickering autumn leaves seem to almost dance in a gentle breeze. I wanted this scene to be filled with movement and energy, so I incorporated a lot of diagonal and curving shapes in the design to suggest that feeling. Contrasting short staccato strokes against blended passages with my palette knives, also increase that sense of motion. I hope you, too, can feel the excitement of walking through the woods on a beautiful fall day, letting your cares slip away and your spirit being invigorated.

If you'd like to see or find out more details about "Blazing a Trail," it is available through:

Studio Seven Arts Gallery

400 Main Street

Pleasanton, CA

StudioSevenArts.com

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For more information on my textured palette knife paintings, please e-mail me at Niki Gulley.

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

 

"Along the Shoreline" by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

“Along the Shoreline” ©2021 Niki Gulley

14" x 18” textured oil painting on canvas

Early on a fall morning the sun breaks softly through leafy branches and casts early autumn’s palette across the creek. Silent water is ruffled by a gentle breeze. Arching over, bending into the quiet waters, a tree arches into the scene – encompassing, embracing. This painting captures the dreamy reflections and tranquil landscape of one of my favorite spots to paint on location near my home. It is painted in the traditional plein air oil manner, incorporating some heavy texture with palette knife.

To purchase "Breaking Through", please visit nikigulley.com/breaking-through/.

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E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her contemporary landscape paintings. 

See NikiGulley.com to view her textured palette knife oil paintings.