January 2022

New “Planted Sunshine III” Contemporary Impressionistic Sunflower Field by Niki Gulley

January 31, 2022

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.

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New Bluebonnet Painting from the Texas Hill Country by Niki Gulley

January 28, 2022

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.

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“Reaching for the Sun” Sunflower Painting by Niki Gulley

January 27, 2022

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.

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New “Scenic Byway II” by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

January 26, 2022

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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Yellow Iris Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

January 25, 2022

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

January 24, 2022

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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Red Rose Painting by Contemporary Expressionist Niki Gulley

January 21, 2022

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

January 20, 2022

5″ x 5″ textured acrylic painting

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New “Syncopation” Textured Aspen Painting by Niki Gulley

January 19, 2022

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.

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Strolling through a birch forest painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

January 18, 2022

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.

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