Tag: autumn landscape painting
New “Sky High” Palette Knife Aspen Tree Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley
“Reclining Thoughts II” Textured Aspen Tree painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley
New “Sky High” Palette Knife Aspen Tree Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley
New “A Spot in the Woods” Palette Knife Aspen Tree Painting by Niki Gulley
Just Sold! This summer we visited Colorado to escape our Texas heat and soak in the natural beauty of the mountains. We stayed at this peaceful, tucked away b and b surrounded by a massive aspen grove. I wanted to capture the texture of the trees’ knotted bark and also the peaceful feeling of being immersed in nature. Arching the trunks around the focal point, creates a feeling of protection and also helps frame the subject. Their old red barn sets in the distance, creating contrast against the cool greens and greys surrounding it and addintg an exciting pop of color.
New “Sky High” Palette Knife Aspen Tree Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley
New “Sky High” Palette Knife Aspen Tree Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley
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 overhead. To accentuate that feeling, I chose this tall vertical canvas, giving you a sense of scale and perspective. Working with warm yellows, reds and greens and utilizing thick chunky sweeping strokes add to that childlike whimsy and I hope you are transported back to a happy, carefree time and place.
“Reclining Thoughts II” Textured Aspen Tree painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley
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. Choosing warm yellows, reds and greens and utilizing thick chunky staccato strokes add to that childlike whimsy and I hope you are transported back to a happy, carefree time and place.
New “Sky High” Palette Knife Aspen Tree Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley
New “Woodland Drive” Palette Knife Oil Painting by Niki Gulley
Painted on location with first brush and then palette knife for texture, I wanted to capture the joy I feel when fall arrives. Suddenly, the scenery goes from solid green to bursting with vibrant crimson, tangerine and gold. Keeping this painting loose so that you can see the diagonal strokes and feel the energy of the season, a sun-dappled road beckons you forth, inviting you to explore what’s beyond. I hope you, too, feel the joy and excitement of a crisp fall day!