"Popping Sunshine" by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

"Popping Sunshine" ©2025 Niki Gulley

24" x 12" textured mixed media on canvas

I absolutely love it when I come across a whole field of wildflowers – there is something about the transformation of a single dainty flower into a dense explosion of color that inspires awe and delights your senses. I liked how these rows of poppies and rolling grasses created a gentle harmony, inviting you to wander into the distance, getting lost in the moment. Full of color and hope, may my "Popping Color" painting transport you to a happy serene place.

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

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

 

"Pretty in Pink" Victorian Home Painting by Artist Niki Gulley

“Pretty in Pink” ©2025 Niki Gulley

9" x 12” textured acrylic painting on canvas panel

Filled with beautiful homes built in the late 1800s, I was attracted to the detailed craftsmanship and historic architecture of this estate. Each homeowner had taken great care in decorating their porches and yards to create a warm welcome, and I wanted to capture that beauty and pride in my paintings. 

Here you can see this beautiful pink Victorian surrounded by more beautiful rose and scarlet blooms. I loved the play of complimentary colors, even down to the green detailing and scrollwork on the house. 

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

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

 

  

Uplifting Palette Knife Sunflower Painting by Niki Gulley

"Sunshine Serenade" ©2025 Niki Gulley

16" x 20" textured acrylic painting on canvas panel 

Started on location in Tuscany, these bright, smiling faces just lifted my spirits and I had to paint them to share their cheer with you! Beyond these joyous sunflowers, the quintessential Tuscan farmhouse has the best view of the surrounding valleys. Misty clouds rise from the horizon as cooler nights meet warmer days and set the stage of the magical light and dreamy allure of Tuscany. The resulting painting is full of warmth, color and texture, and my hope is that when you gaze into it, this piece lifts your spirits and brightens up any spot in your home.

If interested in purchasing this piece, click here nikigulley.com/sunshine-serenade/.

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For details on more of my Tuscany or sunflower 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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Greece Art Trek
May 17-24, 2025

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Switzerland Art Trek 
July 26 – August 2, 2025
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September 27 - October 4, 2025
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Provence Art Trek with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams

  

12" x 9" textured acrylic painting by Niki Gulley

Provence Art Trek - Painting and Photography Workshop

with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams

Day 1 

On the first night of our Plein Air Painting and Photography Workshop that my husband, Scott Williams, and I led in southern France, we arrived at our B and B and went into town that evening for an amazing dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant. The food was out of this world, the weather was perfect for dining outside, and our new group was great company!

The next morning, our painters stayed at our b and b and painted right there since the grounds were so beautiful. I loved how the typical Provencal trees framed the composition and I could get a real sense for Cezanne's love of the landscape. Meanwhile, the photographers visited a nearby 11th century Abbey and took some incredible photographs. We met up later that day and headed to the nearby town of Arles for lunch.

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Next year we will be leading a Foodie Trek to Tuscany, and an Art Trek to Cinque Terre, Italy, so if you've always dreamed of painting, photographing and sightseeing in Europe, please join us for one of these amazing trips! Details are available on ArtTreks.org.

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Plein Air Painting in New York with Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

© 2024 Niki Gulley

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

Just sold! Today was a gorgeous day for painting in New York. 73 degrees!!! I loved these colorful wildflowers framing this country road. I hope this one transports you to a simpler, peaceful place. 

E-mail - Niki Gulley.

To see more of my travel paintings, please visit NikiGulley.com

Textured Hollyhocks Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

   

“Beauty in Blue III” ©2025 Niki Gulley

12" x 9” textured acrylic painting on canvas panel

What was I saying about not getting enough blue? Today, my friend and talented artist, Sheri Jones, and I decided to paint another beautiful blue craftsman home as part of the "Paint Historic Waxahachie." But this time I wanted the emphasis on their gorgeous hollyhock garden! The flowers were such a beautiful shade of pale cream with the sun creating blush and golden accents. The homeowner was so welcoming and took such pride in her yard that I was really glad I chose this location, too. What a fun afternoon!

Visit my website at  NikiGulley.com to see more of my contemporary architectural and garden paintings.

And, for more information on my palette knife impressionistic landscape paintings, please e-mail me at Niki Gulley.

 

"Cypress Serenade" Art from the Tuscan Countryside by Niki Gulley

    

"Cypress Serenade" ©2025 Niki Gulley 

9" x 12" textured acrylic painting on canvas panel

I painted "Cypress Serenade" recently on location in Tuscany. I've always been attracted to this lone grouping of cypress trees and on this day the clouds in the sky were so fascinating. Hugging so close to the ground, soft and voluminous, acting as the perfect backdrop behind the cypress grove, I had to capture their drama before they disappeared. Wildflowers blooming in the foreground set the stage and I decided to have fun by repeating those colors throughout the scene, adding to the excitement and energy of the moment.

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If you'd like to join us on one of upcoming Art Treks or Foodie Treks, please let us know. Spaces fill up quickly!

Greece Art Trek
Full

Switzerland Art Trek 
Full

Tuscany Foodie Trek 2025 
September 20-27, 2025
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2026

Tuscany Foodie Trek 2026 

September 26 - October 3, 2026
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Cinque Terre & Lake Como, Italy
October 4-11, 2026

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Coming Soon:
Croatia & Slovenia Art Treks - May/June 206

Portugal & Spain Foodie Treks - March 2027

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

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Please check out my website at NikiGulley.com, NikiGulley.com to see more of my impressionistic palette knife paintings.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her contemporary Italy and European paintings.

Niki Gulley Paints the Biltmore Estate in Springtime

    

7” x 5” textured acrylic painting on canvas panel

"Springtime at the Biltmore" ©2025 Niki Gulley

Painted on location at the Biltmore, I loved this view of the iconic majestic building surrounded by spring in all of its glory. The azaleas were in full bloom while the the irises were bursting with color! I found a nice cool spot in the shade and enjoyed a relaxing afternoon sketching and painting this beautiful spot.

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

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

  

Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley Paints Cheerful Sunflowers

    

“Sunny Rhythms” ©2025 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 24" x 24" Textured Mixed Media Collage on Canvas

Just Sold! Loaded with thick, textured paint over multiple layers of color, these sunflowers are bursting to life with dimension and energy. Whimsical blooms seem to dance in nature's kaleidoscope of summer hues bringing joy and sunshine to everyone they greet.

This piece looks great hung individually or paired with a companion floral landscape in the series. Please e-mail Niki Gulley for options and details.

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

Highly Textured Texas Wildflower Paintings by Niki Gulley

    

©2025 Niki Gulley

16" x 16" textured mixed media collage on panel • framed in black

I hope my new square textured paintings bring joy, color and energy to your day! Designed to lift your spirits and add a burst of brightness to your walls, these wildflower ablstractions allow your imagination to wander and fill in your own story. These paintings look great hung alone or in a grouping. 

For details on more of my poppy, bluebonnet and sunflower paintings in this series, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

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

Artist Niki Gulley's Creates Contemporary Texas Bluebonnet Paintings

     

“Spring's Palette III” ©2025 Niki Gulley

24" x 24" Textured Mixed Media Collage on Canvas

Loaded with thick, textured paint over multiple layers of color, these Texas wildflowers are bursting to life with dimension and energy. Whimsical blooms seem to dance in nature's kaleidoscope of spring hues bringing joy and sunshine to everyone they greet.

To purchase this palette knife bluebonnet painting, go to https://www.nikigulley.com/springs-palette-iii/.

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E-mail Niki Gulley for more details.

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

Textured Poppy Painting by Palette Knife Painter Niki Gulley

     

“May's Palette II” ©2024 Niki Gulley

Sold • 24" x 24" Textured Mixed Media Collage on Canvas

Just Sold! Loaded with thick, textured paint over multiple layers of color, these poppies are bursting to life with dimension and energy. Whimsical blooms seem to dance in nature's kaleidoscope of spring hues bringing joy and sunshine to everyone they greet.

This piece looks great hung individually or paired with a complimentary bluebonnet landscape in the series. Please e-mail Niki Gulley for options and details.

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

 

"Rosy Surprise II" Palette Knife Painting by Impressionist Niki Gulley

   

"Rosy Surprise II" ©2025 Niki Gulley

24" x 24" Textured Acrylic on Canvas

What a beautiful surprise to have these roses blooming in my garden this winter! Of course the next night it was supposed to freeze and I couldn't let these beauties go to waste. After cutting and assembling them in a vase, I just kept staring at them as they were bringing so much color and joy to the grey day. Despite several projects on my plate, I had to take a break and capture these rosy fleeting blooms. May they bring some vibrancy to your winter days, too.

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To see more of my contemporary textured paintings, please visit nikigulley.com.

For more information on my large floral paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Van Gogh Sunflowers by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

     

“Sunny Rhythms II” ©2025 Niki Gulley

24" x 24" Textured Mixed Media Collage on Canvas

This piece looks great hung individually or paired with a companion floral landscape in the series. Loaded with thick, textured paint over multiple layers of color, these sunflowers are bursting to life with dimension and energy. Whimsical blooms seem to dance in nature's kaleidoscope of summer hues bringing joy and sunshine to everyone they greet.

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

Please e-mail Niki Gulley for options and details.

Artist Niki Gulley Paints Contemporary Bluebonnet Painting

     

“Spring's Palette IV” ©2025 Niki Gulley

24" x 24" Textured Mixed Media Collage on Canvas

Loaded with thick, textured paint over multiple layers of color, these Texas wildflowers are bursting to life with dimension and energy. Whimsical blooms seem to dance in nature's kaleidoscope of spring hues bringing joy and sunshine to everyone they greet.

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E-mail Niki Gulley for more details.

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

"Colorful Crescendo" by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

      

"Colorful Crescendo" ©2025 Niki Gulley

30" x 30" textured mixed media painting on 1.5" gallery wrap canvas with the scene continuing around the edges

Painted layer upon layer, dreamy light shines through the underlying tangle of colors creating a mysterious aura of peace and hope. Glimpses of bluebonnets peek through the fiery cascade signaling the joy of springtime and bountiful blooms that lift your spirit. Bursting with texture and energy, may "Colorful Crescendo" elicit joy, serenity and promises of the day to come.

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

For more information on my palette knife bluebonnet and Texas wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.