April 2022

New “Awakenings” Palette Knife Painting by Niki Gulley

April 29, 2022

Four 36″ x 36″ canvases to form a 72″ x 72″ quadriptych • Textured Mixed Media Painting

In “Awakenings” I wanted you to feel that child-like wonder of staring up into the treetops, mesmerized by the scene overhead. I’ve arranged the trunks in a spiral pattern so that you have the sense of laying on the ground, surrounded by the woods as they connect with the heavens above. Flowing from one season to the next, my goal is to not only show the beauty of nature, but also bring awareness to the importance of protecting our forests. Trees are the lifeblood of our planet. We are their stewards, and as such, it is up to us to ensure their survival. The ascending vortex and the seasons continuous transitioning, reminds us of the cyclical forces of life and what our place can be within it. Possibilities are endless. Relax. Contemplate. Dream.

To purchase the original “Awakenings” painting, please visit nikigulley.com/awakenings/.

Or, if you’d prefer a print on canvas, go to nikigulley.com/awakenings-canvas-print/.

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“Reaching to Heaven” Fall Aspen Impasto Painting by Niki Gulley

April 28, 2022

Niki Gulley, Dallas, aspen, contemporary impressionist, tree painting

“Reaching to Heaven”

SOLD • 20″ x 16″ textured oil painting on canvas panel

Just Sold through the Statton Gallery! The white bark of these glorious aspens rising towards the sky, reminds me of the columns holding up the roof of a cathedral. With the electric blue sky combined with the vibrant yellow leaves, this is my idea of the heaven that is nature. As such, I want your eye to move upwards pulling the focus skyward with a sense of wonder and whimsy.

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E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my palette knife aspen tree paintings.

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

New “Reaching to Heaven II” Fall Aspen Impasto Painting by Niki Gulley

April 27, 2022

“Reaching to Heaven II”

20″ x 16″ textured oil painting on canvas

In this painting, I wanted you to you to experience the joy of looking up into the treetops – just like you did when you were a kid. Lying on the ground, not a care in the world, you gaze in wonderment as the clouds drift by. With the electric blue sky combined with the vibrant yellow and red leaves, this is my idea of the heaven that is nature. As such, I want your eye to move upwards pulling the focus skyward with a sense of wonder and whimsy.

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E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my palette knife aspen tree paintings.

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

New Abstract Texas Wildflower Painting by Niki Gulley

April 26, 2022

24″ x 24″ textured oil painting on wrap around canvas

In this painting, I wanted to render Texas bluebonnets and Indian Paintbrush very abstractly. Focusing on the patterns of color that those vibrant reds and cobalt blues form, allows you to feel the excitement of peering into a huge field of wildflower glory. Mysterious light tries to break through the distant foliage and begin to illuminate the blossoms, beckoning you to explore what’s beyond.

If you’d like to purchase, Nature’s Brushstrokes II, click here nikigulley.com/natures-brushstrokes-v/.

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.

“Admiring the View” Large Panorama Landscape Painting by Niki Gulley

April 25, 2022

20″ x 60″ textured mixed media painting on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

Conjured up from my imagination, I wanted to create a fantasy forest filled with gorgeous, colorful foliage embracing your journey, wildflowers blanketing the ground under your feet and mysterious light beckoning you onward to discover what is beyond the next bend. Stop for a moment and take in the view or continue your venture and wander into the unknown.

To purchase, please contact AO5 Gallery in Austin, TX at nikigulley.com/admiring-the-view/.

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

For more information on my palette knife forest and nature paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

“Let the Sun Shine In” #4 – Sunflower Painting by Niki Gulley

April 22, 2022

11″ x 14″ Textured Oil Painting on 3/4″ Stretched Canvas

Painting continues around the edges so that it can be hung without a frame.

Once more sunflowers are the vibrant burst of joy that are continuing to bring happiness into my day. I love going by the window and seeing them in the backyard to greet me. It is almost like they are smiling and waving to me.

If you’d like to see this painting and more of my contemporary florals and palette knife landscape paintings, please stop by my exhibit at Southlake’s Art in the Square this weekend.

Art in the Square

Booth #SN2D

Southlake, TX

April 22 (Friday) 4pm – 9pm

April 23 (Saturday) 10am – 9pm

April 24 (Sunday) 11am – 6pm

http://www.artinthesquare.com

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“Bursts of Color V” Textured Wildflower Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

April 21, 2022

12″ x 12″ textured mixed media painting
Painted on 1.5″ gallery wrap canvas with the painting continuing around the edges.

Here is the fifth piece in my small meditation series. Full of mystery, hope and energy, Imay this Texas bluebonnet scene bring yo peace and joy.. Created with palette knife and loaded with texture, this painting really jumps off the canvas in person.

Close up texture detail:

To purchase this painting, go to nikigulley.com/bursts-of-color-v/.

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Or, if you’d like to see this painting and more of my contemporary florals and palette knife landscape paintings, please stop by my exhibit at Southlake’s Art in the Square this weekend.

Art in the Square

Booth #SN2D

Southlake, TX

April 22 (Friday) 4pm – 9pm

April 23 (Saturday) 10am – 9pm

April 24 (Sunday) 11am – 6pm

http://www.artinthesquare.com

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

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas inspired textured paintings.

“Sundown Surprise” Sunflower Palette Knife Painting by Niki Gulley

April 20, 2022

20″ x 16″ textured oil painting on canvas

I wanted this piece to be uplifting and full of color and energy. Set beneath wind swept clouds, sun sets on the horizon and illuminates everything it kisses. Casting its beautiful bronze glow across flowing grasses and golden petals, last light shines peace and hope. Perky, circular faces smile back at you and I hope all of your cares drift away while gazing into this magical moment.

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For more details on my sunflower and poppy paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

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

New “Springtime Blues” Large Abstract Texas Wildflower Painting by Niki Gulley

April 19, 2022

SOLD • 36” x 60” mixed media on canvas

Just Sold through the Good Art Company! I wanted to show Texas’ spring landscape in a completely different way. With an aura of mystery and the promise of what tomorrow holds, late day light sparkles over the horizon casting its warm glow kissing everything it touches with glimmers of hope. Rows and rows of bluebonnets and colorful wildflowers dance in the sparkling light, leaving the landscape loose and free so that your imagination can tell its story. May you relish the joy in the beauty of nature, bathing in the moment and looking forward to what tomorrow will bring.

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E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings.

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

“Dripping with Joy” Iris Series by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

April 18, 2022

12″ x 12″ textured mixed media painting on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

This series of Texas wildflowers, bearded irises and ruby red poppies, incorporates extremely thick paint applied with palette knife along with drips and swirls to add energy and whimsy. This gives the paintings a 3D feel that comes alive and jumps off the canvas, while adding joy and color to your room. If you’d like to see companion pieces in the series, please e-mail me to see my other options.

For details on more of my poppy, bluebonnet and Iris paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

To purchase these textured flower paintings, please visit nikigulley.com/small-original-art/.

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