"Popping Magic" by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

     

“Popping Magic III" ©2025 Niki Gulley

18" x 24" textured acrylic painting on canvas

I painted "Popping Magic III" this spring not too far from my home. This might have been one of the best years for the poppies and wildflowers. The explosion of color was incredible! This morning started out slightly overcast, and the sun kept peeking in and out of the clouds, creating a soft glow to everything it touched. I wanted to capture that radiant light and joyful energy illuminating your journey as you wander through this magical field of blooming glory. I hope you, too, can feel the excitement of springtime with the wildflowers abloom!

For details on more of my Texas 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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To purchase this piece, please go to https://www.goodartcompany.com/abstract-impressionism-palette-knife-painting-niki-gulley.

Texas Bluebonnet Landscape by Contemporary Impressionistic Niki Gulley

 

   

“Radiant Beauty" ©2025 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 48" x 60" textured acrylic painting on wrap around canvas

Just Sold! Oh the beauty of driving through Texas in April! Waves of prolific bluebonnets, Indian paintbrush and assorted wildflowers lead you to a vanishing point just over the horizon. Where will your journey take you next? Gorgeous billowing clouds fill the sky with movement and softened light. Surprising pops of color  invite your eyes to dance around the canvas, feeling the excitement of the moment. As large as life, may you immerse yourself and get lost in the joy and energy of springtime in the hill country!

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

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

Abstracted Iris Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

"Joyful Interlude" ©2025 Niki Gulley

30" x 30" Textured Acrylic on Canvas 

My irises last year were so beautiful and prolific. Whenever I gazed at them, I experienced so much joy, that I felt compelled to capture that feeling on canvas. My goal was to create pieces that are full of energy, texture and light. Painting the flowers larger than life and adding layers and layers of paint to build up texture, the cheerful blooms come to life and dance across the canvas.

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

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

"Happy Trails" Bluebonnet Trail by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

"Happy Trails," Texas Hill Country ©2025 Niki Gulley

24" x 36" textured mixed media painting

Inspired by a trip to the hill country, I wanted you feel the warmth and beauty on this perfect spring day while out for a leisurely stroll among the bluebonnets. Dramatic clouds drift by and the landscape is filled with vibrant color to lift your spirits. Painted with thick paint and palette knives to achieve extreme texture, the resulting image comes to life and is loaded with color, movement and energy. I hope you enjoy this happy trail!

For more information on "Happy Trails," please contact the Good Art Company Gallery in Fredericksburg,TX ––– https://www.goodartcompany.com/product-page/happy-trails.

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

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

Abstract Poppy Field Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

     

“Flowering Currents IV" ©2025 Niki Gulley

30” x 40" textured mixed media painting 

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

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 earth beneath them created a gentle harmony, inviting you to wander into the distance, getting lost in the moment. Full of color and hope, may "Flowering Currents" transport you to a happy serene place.

For details or to purchase, visit The Good Art Company Gallery at https://www.goodartcompany.com/product-page/abstract-impression-original-art-30x40-flower-field-flowering-currents.

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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.

 

"Sapphire Symphony" Large Texas Bluebonnet Painting by Niki Gulley

  

“Sapphire Symphony" ©2025 Niki Gulley

48" x 60" textured acrylic painting on wrap around canvas

My labor of love this past month! With the canvas as wide as I am tall, and so many ups and downs my step ladder painting it, this one was quite the workout. But, it was important for me to completely immerse you in the energy found amongst nature. This painting is best seen in person so that you can step into this life-size canvas and feel our Texas' landscape's beauty yourself.

I made sure to not over blend my thick strokes so that you could see the marks and feel the vivacity found in nature. Repeating patterns and waves of color create a harmony within the painting. Rendering the bluebonnets and wildflowers along with their surroundings loosely plays with taking a traditional subject matter and putting a new twist on it. Voluminous and dramatic clouds surround your journey into this uplifting symphonic expression of peace and hope.

Now available through The Good Art Company Gallery at 

https://www.goodartcompany.com/abstract-impressionism-palette-knife-painting-niki-gulley.

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

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

"Sky's the Limit" Large Texas Bluebonnet Landscape Painting by Niki Gulley

    

“Sky's the Limit" ©2025 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 48" x 60" textured acrylic painting on wrap around canvas

Just Sold through The Good Art Company Gallery! My labor of love this past month! With the canvas as wide as I am tall, and so many steps up and down my ladder while painting it, this one was quite the workout. But, it was important for me to completely immerse you in the energy found amongst nature. 

I made sure to not over blend my thick strokes so that you could see the marks and feel the vivacity found in nature. Repeating patterns and waves of color create a harmony within the painting. Rendering the bluebonnets and wildflowers along with their surroundings loosely plays with taking a traditional subject matter and putting a new twist on it. Voluminous and dramatic clouds surround your journey into this uplifting expression of peace and hope where the sky is the limit!

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

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

Texas Bluebonnet Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

“Brushes with Blue" ©2025 Niki Gulley

30" x 48"" textured acrylic painting on wrap around canvas

I am so ready for spring! I keep dreaming about the bumper crop of bluebonnets the forecasters are predicting this year. But why wait? That is the beauty of being an artist. I can bring us the glee of springtime right now. Painting these Texas wildflowers larger than life, I wanted them to leap off the canvas, bringing joy and energy to your home. I built up so many layers in this one so that there is a richness in depth, a little mystery and various hidden surprises so that every time you gaze at it you see something new. Happy spring!

For more information or to purchase this painting, please visit The Good Art Company Gallery at https://www.goodartcompany.com/product-page/abstract-impression-original-art-30x48-flower-field-brushes-with-blue.

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

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

Uplifting Poppy Field Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

    

"Colorful Two Step II" ©2025 Niki Gulley

36" x 36" textured acrylic painting on canvas

I wanted to capture the rhythm, color and harmony of prolific wildflowers flowing along this blossoming hillside. Set beneath a colorful sky with happy clouds drifting by on a beautiful day in springtime, Texas joy is in full bloom. Making sure to not over blend my thick strokes so that you could see the marks and feel the energy found in nature, Colorful Two Step is loaded with texture, vibrant hues and movement. Ruby red poppies and cobalt bluebonnets lead your eye into the distance, inviting you to stroll amongst the gorgeous display and feel their energetic beat. 

To see "Colorful Two Step II", please visit the Good Art Company Gallery in Fredericksburg, TX at https://www.goodartcompany.com/niki-gulley.

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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.

 

Joyful Sunflower Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

“Jumping with Joy” ©2025 Niki Gulley

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

Being a huge Van Gogh fan, I wanted this piece to be uplifting and full of color and energy just like how I feel to be surrounded by a joyful field of sunflowers! Perky, circular faces smile at you as their golden petals dance across the canvas. Painting these blooms full-sized helps to bring them to life and hopefully transport you to this happy location. Including surprising pops of vivid reds, purples and blues keep your eye moving throughout the scene, seeing new things each time you look at it, and adds to the jubilant feeling.

Visit The Good Art Company Gallery in Fredericksburg, TX or go directly to https://www.goodartcompany.com/product-page/abstract-impressionism-original-art-48x90-flower-field-field-of-dreams to purchase "Jumping with Joy."

E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions.

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

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"Field of Dreams" Large Triptych Sunflower Painting by Niki Gulley

 

  

"Field of Dreams" ©2025 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.

To purchase this original painting, check out The Good Art Company Gallery in Fredericksburg, TX or go directly to https://www.goodartcompany.com/product-page/abstract-impressionism-original-art-48x90-flower-field-field-of-dreams.

Or, if you would prefer a print on canvas, please e-mail Niki Gulley for details.

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Sunflower Painting Bursting with Joy by Impressionist Niki Gulley

  

“Happy Expressions IV” ©2024 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 20" x 30” textured mixed media painting on wrap around canvas

Just sold through The Good Art Company Gallery! I wanted this piece to be uplifting and full of color and energy, just like how I feel to be surrounded by a joyful field of sunflowers! Perky, circular faces smile at you as their golden petals dance across the canvas. Painting these blooms full-sized helps to bring them to life and hopefully transport you to this happy location. Including surprising pops of vivid reds, purples and turquoises keep your eye moving throughout the scene, seeing new things each time you look at it, and adds to the jubilant feeling.

E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my contemporary sunflower and floral paintings.

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

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Painting Bursting with Colorful Wildflowers by Niki Gulley

"Rhododendron Splendor II" ©2025 Niki Gulley

20" x 30" textured acrylic painting on canvas

While we had already made the 4 hour round trip drive and hiked several miles in the rain previously this week, we couldn't get enough of these beautiful rhododendrons and mountain views. So, the weather looked much clearer and we decided to trek it a second time. Again, so worth the time and effort. The explosion of color from the flowers and the majestic blue ridge vistas filled our hearts with such awe and joy. Here I wanted to capture that uplifting feeling for you with thick, textured paint and my palette knife dancing across the canvas. May you be immersed in the cathartic grandeur of mother nature!

For details on more of wildflower or North Carolina paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

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

  

Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley Paints New Sunflower Series

"Sunny Side Up II" ©2024 Niki Gulley

20" x 10" textured acrylic painting on canvas 

This sunflower field that I visited not too far from home was GORGEOUS. It felt like it stretched for miles. Bright, happy faces sharing their smiles with us and lifting our spirits. My heart literally swelled and I had to capture all of that joy on canvas.  Utilizing vivid, uplifting hues, thick paint and bold, loose strokes add to the happy, carefree feeling of the moment and I hope you are transported there with me.

To purchase this sunflower series, please go the the Good Art Company Gallery at https://www.goodartcompany.com/product-page/abstract-impression-original-art-20x10-flowers-sunny-side-up-ii.

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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.

 

Uplifting Sunflower Palette Knife Painting by Impressionist Niki Gulley

  

"Sunny Side Up" ©2025 Niki Gulley

20" x 10" textured acrylic painting on canvas 

I was awestruck by these massive fields of sunflowers blooming not too far away from where I live. Seeing this brilliant carpet of gold, with its sea of faces smiling towards the sun, just made me feel happy and I wanted you to experience that joy, too. Created with palette knife and thick paint, these yellow beauties practically leap off the canvas and come to life!

If you'd like to purchase, Sunny Side Up or its companion piece, please visit the Good Art Company Gallery at https://www.goodartcompany.com/product-page/abstract-impression-original-art-20x10-flowers-sunny-side-up.

For more details on my other sunflower and 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.

Painting Rhododendrons on Roan Mountain by Asheville Artist Niki Gulley

 

"Rhododendron Splendor" ©2025 Niki Gulley

30" x 48" textured acrylic painting on canvas

This summer we hiked the Appalachian Trail along Carver's Gap to see the breathtaking Rhododendrons blooming along Roan Mountain. Not only were the flowers spectacular, bursting with every shade of red from magenta and pink to tangerine orange, but the mountain views were so inspiring. On one side you could see for miles into Tennessee and on the other side ridge after ridge of North Carolina. While the hike started out fairly clear, the clouds started to roll in as we climbed higher. But, I loved how that made the fog start dancing along the blue ridge peaks. Luckily, I got some good photographs of the scene before we were doused in rain and had to turn back. I hope you enjoy the peace and beauty as you escape into this gorgeous hike!

For details on more of wildflower or North Carolina paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

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

  

Textured Hollyhocks Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

   

“Beauty in Blue III” ©2025 Niki Gulley

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

Just Sold! 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.