“Scenic Byway II” by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

  

“Scenic Byway II” ©2023 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.

To purchase “Scenic Byway II,” please visit the Good Art Company Gallery in Fredericksburg, TX at goodartcompany.com/niki-gulley .

And, if you’d like to see this painting and meet me in person, please stop by the gallery’s 15 year anniversary celebration on Feb. 3rd!

 
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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.

 

 

 

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Commissioned Lavender Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

 
Abbey de Senanque ©2023 Niki Gulley
SOLD • 20″ x 30″ textured acrylic painting
 
Here’s another one of the commissions I completed this winter for my Dallas collectors. It was inspired from our Art Trek together to Provence this past summer, and this striking abbey we visited surrounded by heavenly lavender blooms. I love making people happy and bringing them joy! I’m so glad to hear that they adore their new painting and wake up being reminded of this beautiful memory every day.
 
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 floral paintings.
 

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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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Painting in Provence with Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

  

 

“Heavenly Valley” ©2024 Niki Gulley
24″ x 36″ textured acrylic painting on canvas 

 

Right before we started leading our Provence Art Trek, we had a few days to scout the landscape and paint and photograph the beautiful countryside.  This morning I set up my easel to paint this peaceful, pastoral scene filled with poppies, lavender and golden wheat. What a treat! Working from my sketch and photos back in my studio, I created this larger version of this colorful dream-filled landscape. I hope you get lost and can escape gazing into it!
 

Heavenly Valley will be on display at:

“Postcards from Abroad – How Artistic Spouses See the World”

Two Person Show Featuring Niki Gulley and Scott Williams  
January 8 – February 22, 2024

Viewing hours – 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. – Monday through Thursday

Tuesdays until 8:00 p.m. (except 5th Tuesday)

Opening Reception – Thurs., Jan. 18, 2024 – 7 to 9 pm
RSVP not required, but please let me know if you can make it so that we have enough food and wine!

Keller Town Hall
1100 Bear Creek Pkwy.
Keller, TX 76248
http://www.cityofkeller.com/publicarts

 

 

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her Provence and lavender field paintings.
 

Please check out my website at NikiGulley.com, NikiGulley.com to see more of my contemporary impressionist oil paintings.

 

 
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Next year we will be leading a Foodie Trek to Spain and Tuscany, and an Art Trek to Iceland, 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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“Happy Expressions” Cheerful Sunflower Painting by Niki Gulley

 

“Happy Expressions” ©2023 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 20″ x 30″ textured mixed media painting on canvas

Just Sold! Painting these sunflowers full-sized helps to bring them to life and hopefully transport you to this happy location! Including surprising pops of vivid reds and purples and turquoises keep your eye moving throughout the scene, seeing new things each time you look at it, and adds to the joyful feeling.

For details on more of contemporary floral and sunflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.
 

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

 

https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 

“Scenic Byway” Palette Knife Oil Painting from New Mexico by Niki Gulley

  

“Scenic Byway” ©2022 Niki Gulley

SOLD • 20″ x 10″ textured oil painting on canvas

Just sold through The Good Art Company Gallery! Painted just outside of Santa Fe, the fall colors in were gorgeous! We arrived shortly after sunrise to capture the best light of the day, but unfortunately the temperature was starting out near 32 degrees. Luckily the temperatures rose quickly as the morning wore on, I was able to shed my parka and winter gear, and it ended up being a beautiful day. I hope you, too, enjoy 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.

 

 

 

https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/

Painting in Provence with Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

  

 

SOLD • 16″ x 20″ textured oil painting by Niki Gulley

 

Just sold!  Right before we started leading our Provence Art Trek, we had a few days to scout the landscape and paint and photograph the beautiful countryside.  This morning I set up my easel to paint this peaceful, pastoral scene filled with poppies, lavender and golden wheat. What a treat!
 

 

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her Provence and lavender field paintings.
 

Please check out my website at NikiGulley.com, NikiGulley.com to see more of my contemporary impressionist oil paintings.

 

 
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Next year we will be leading a Foodie Trek to Spain and Tuscany, and an Art Trek to Iceland, 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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https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 
 

Last Day, Provence Art Trek with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams

 

SOLD • 9″ x 12″ textured oil painting by Niki Gulley
 
Day 7, Provence Art Trek: 
Plein Air Painting and Photography Workshop 
with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams

 

On the last day of our Provence Art Trek, everyone had a free day to choose how they wanted to spend their time. Some decided to stay right at our b and b, either just relaxing at the pool or taking advantage of the massage therapist on site. Meanwhile the photographers explored the nearby area and a few others wanted to visit the l’Occitane facility nearby. I drove that group for a tour of their perfume facilities, and set up my easel to paint this beautiful courtyard scene of the lavender while they shopped.
 
That evening we gathered for one final delicious dinner together. Having formed new friendships and enjoyed wonderful memories from the trip, our Provence Art Trek had come to a bittersweet end.
 

 

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her Provence and lavender field paintings.
 

Please check out my website at NikiGulley.com, NikiGulley.com to see more of my contemporary impressionist oil paintings.

 

 
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Next summer we will be leading a Foodie Trek to Spain and Tuscany, and an Art Trek to Iceland, 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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https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 
 
 

Day 6, Provence Art Trek with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams

 

Abbey de Senanque ©2023 Niki Gulley
SOLD • 12″ x 9″ textured acrylic painting
 
Day 6, Provence Art Trek: the Luberon
Plein Air Painting and Photography Workshop 
with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams

After a peaceful day in the countryside, we headed to the Luberon hill towns today. Starting our journey at the Abbey de Senanque, some of our group toured the twelfth century sanctuary’s interior, while others painted and photographed the lavender fields and grounds surrounding the abbey. Next we traveled to the red and gold colored town of Roussillon, known for its ochre cliffs. Filled with picturesque views, art galleries, restaurants and interesting shops, everyone enjoyed having some free time to wander before we took off for the Pont Julien bridge.

The Roman bridge, dating from 3 BC and constructed without mortar, is an architectural marvel that was still driven on until 2005! After surveying the bridge, we headed back to our b and b. Dinner that night was traditional Provencal fare, including fresh vegetables, fish, meats, and goat cheeses loaded with delicious sauces, garlic and butter. Yum!

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Next summer we will be leading a Foodie Trek to Spain and Tuscany, and an Art Trek to Iceland, 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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https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 
 
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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 floral paintings.

New Happy Sunflower Palette Knife Painting by Niki Gulley

  

 

“Bursts of Brilliance – 5” ©2023 Niki Gulley

16″ x 16″ textured mixed media collage on panel • framed in espresso

Spending time around sunflowers is one way that helps keep my spirits up. Every time I look out the windows and see these happy flowers staring back me, I can’t help but feel like I have been lifted.

May these 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.
 

 

https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 
 
Or, check out my website at nikigulley.com to see more of my contemporary floral palette knife paintings.
 

“Popping Magic” by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

   

“Popping Magic III” ©2023 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.

 

https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/