Tuesday, February 4, 2025

It's not just about what you see, but what you can feel


Zoom in... there's a story in every layer! 🎨 Using my palette knife technique allows me to create rich textures that bring depth and movement to each piece.

It's not just about what you see, but what you can feel - that's why I love how the raised paint catches light and creates shadows, making the artwork come alive from every angle. ✨

Interesting fact: These textured strokes aren't just visual - they allow my blind father to 'see' my paintings through touch, adding another dimension to how art can be experienced. 💫

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"Arms to Heaven" ©2025 Niki Gulley
textured acrylic painting on canvas • 30" x 30"

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.


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Monday, February 3, 2025

New "Casting Shadows" Fall Foliage Painting by Asheville Artist Niki Gulley

"Casting Shadows" ©2025 Niki Gulley

textured acrylic on canvas

30" x 40” on 1.5″ deep canvas with the painting wrapping around the edges


What a gorgeous day for a drive through the beautiful fall foliage! I hope you can feel the cool breeze and smell the fresh scent of pine and cider in the air. May this one bring joy and energy to your day, as you escape into this autumn wonderland.

If you’d like to see a photo of me painting this one and it’s 3-D texture, check out https://www.instagram.com/p/DCHGx3RRo4n/.


To see more of Niki's contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.


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