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Daily Painting #2 – Abstract Rose by Niki Gulley

April 29, 2020

Daily Painting #2

5″ x 5″ textured acrylic painting

This spring has seen an explosion of color in my garden, so I decided to jump right in and capture it in all of its glory. My roses have been especially vibrant, running the spectrum from pink and reds, to coral and peach, and some yellows with pink edges. Every one presents me with a new opportunity to explore their intricacies and be creative.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-2/.

Painting #1 picture above in 4″ black frame. If interested in framing options, please e-mail me.

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New Abstract Rose Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

April 28, 2020

Daily Painting #1

5″ x 5″ textured acrylic painting

With extra time on my hands from the Corona lock down, I’m planning on bringing back my $100 small textured paintings. It’s been almost 10 years, so I’m excited to finally get back to making these small gems at affordable prices for you! My goal is to create a painting a day priced under $500, with most around $100. And, here is the first one in my new series…After toiling the last couple of years in my garden, it has finally paid dividends. My backyard was bursting with roses this spring and I just couldn’t wait to dive right in and capture their amazing beauty. As each new blossom opens, I am drawn even more to their incredible beauty. These stunning flowers have really inspired me to paint every 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-1/

If interested in framing options, please e-mail me.

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New “Golden Glow” Bluebonnet Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

January 31, 2020

24″ x 12″ textured oil painting

Last spring we loaded up the car and headed south to visit the Texas Hill Country
to see the wildflowers in bloom. It’s so exciting to see a
massive carpet of blue across our usually green hills, and I love how
the bluebonnets signal that spring has arrived!

On our drive through the Willow City Loop, I was drawn to this one lone tree on the horizon glowing from the sun as it was setting. Waves of bluebonnets lead your eye into the distance towards that late light illuminating the wildflower filled hill and oak tree.
Adding pops of color where the rainbow of wildflowers danced in between
the blue also keeps your focus moving from foreground to background. I hope you can feel the joy and energy of springtime in
Texas!I painted these Texas Bluebonnets and
wildflowers with extremely thick oil paint and palette knives to achieve
depth and texture. The resulting image comes to life and is loaded with
color and movement.

For information on my Texas hill country landscape paintings, please check out NikiGulley.com,

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her palette knife contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings.

“Waves of Wildflowers IV” Palette Knife Oil Painting by Niki Gulley

January 30, 2020

12″ x 24″ textured oil painting

Painted on location, I was drawn to this expansive mass of yellow wildflowers, stretching all the way from foreground to background. The explosion of sunny color made me feel so happy that I wanted to capture that joy and excitement in my painting. To create that mood, I decided to leave a lot of crimson and gold in the sky to enhance that feeling while using diagonal staccato strokes to suggest energy and drama. Long sweeping shapes that flow across the horizontal panorama canvas add to the peace and happiness of being surrounded by Texas Wildflowers on a beautiful spring day.

Waves of Wildflowers close up texture detail:

For information on my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower series and to see more of my Texas hill country landscape paintings, please check out NikiGulley.com or http://goodartcompany.com/gacart/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=25&sort=20a&page=1&zenid=417ih04llasuk7pl1h0qhj32k1.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her palette knife contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings.

New “Falling Water” by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

January 29, 2020

16″ x 12” textured oil painting

My husband and I both LOVE waterfalls, and we try to visit them whenever we can find them on our adventures. This beautiful cascade turned out to
be right in my husband’s backyard where he grew up. We were in New York
visiting his hometown, and having grown up in a city, I couldn’t
believe this gorgeous spectacle was right outside his door! Not far from
Niagara falls, this massive water flow crashed and glided along the
intricate rock formations rushing into the river far below. The sound of
water rushing was so energetic and peaceful at the same time, and I
wanted to capture that invigorating feeling in my painting. Setting up
my easel at its base, I set out to recreate the energy and flow of the
cascades while showing some of the lush vegetation surrounding them.
Creating strokes in diagonal sweeping shapes to enhance that feeling of
movement and rhythm, I hope you, too, can hear the flowing water’s music
and feel the gentle spray from its mist.

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

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my textured palette knife waterfall paintings.

New “Sheer Determination” Palette Knife Painting by Niki Gulley

December 10, 2019

24” x 18″ textured oil painting

From our travels, I have become fascinated with the textures, hues and extreme variety we encounter in different terrains. This lone tree thriving in such a rocky, steep environment serves as a testament to the power and mystery found in nature.

For more information on my textured palette knife oil paintings, please e-mail me at Niki Gulley.

Or, please visit my website at NikiGulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

New “Survivor” Palette Knife Oil Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

December 6, 2019

24” x 18″ textured oil painting

From our travels, I have become fascinated with the textures, hues and extreme variety we encounter in different terrains. This lone tree thriving in such a rocky, environment serves as a testament to the power and mystery found in nature. Softened bark from the desert winds contrasts against the jagged rock formation, giving you a glimpse into nature’s strength.

For more information on my textured palette knife oil paintings, please e-mail me at Niki Gulley.

Or, please visit my website at NikiGulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

New “Freedom II” Palette Knife Oil Painting by Niki Gulley

December 5, 2019

SOLD • 20″ x 30″ textured oil painting

Just Delivered! I was recently asked to create this whimsical girl on the swing for a commission by someone who had scene a similar painting of a little boy that I had painted hanging in one of my collector’s homes. I was so thrilled to paint this for her! Filled with joy and movement, I hope “Freedom II” captures the spirit of swinging from sturdy branches on a lazy summer day. Using swirling shapes and strokes, in addition to the circular composition, all help to create the energy of the moment while fun pops of color add to the excitement. Life-size bare feet swing toward you adding to the fun of the moment. Set against rolling hills with home in the distance, you can fly high and soar on a dream.For more information on my contemporary impressionistic palette knife paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Or, check out my website at nikigulley.com.

New “Evolving Seasons” Quadriptych Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

November 8, 2019

Four 48″ x 36″ textured oil painting to form a 48″ x 144″ quadriptych

I wanted to create a large horizontal quadriptych, or four piece painting, that would flow from one season to the next to show the beauty of the forest throughout the year. Working on such a large scale invites you to step right into the scene and take a walk through the woods, enjoying all of the peace and joy that nature has to offer.

Here you can see all four paintings in a row, flowing from spring to summer and fall to winter. Rather than show the same exact scene at four different times of year, I decided I would rather show one long forest evolving from one season to the next to create a better harmony across the canvases. From the ground gently undulating underneath, to the pine trees flowing from canvas to canvas, to the rhythm created from aspens and oaks repeating, to the foliage and pops of color emerging and drifting into the distance, all elements are designed to add to the flowing symphony in “Evolving Seasons.

To see my “Evolving Seasons” series, please visit my one woman show at the Goodrich Gallery in Dallas:

Goodrich Gallery – One Woman Show: Niki Gulley

Opening Reception with the Artist: Sun., Nov. 10 • noon – 2:00 p.m.

Show continuing Nov. 1st – Nov. 30th

Gallery hours: Saturdays: 9 a.m. – Noon Sundays: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

1928 Ross Avenue Dallas, Texas 75201

(214) 220-2727

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To see more of my contemporary landscape paintings online, visit NikiGulley.com.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her aspen and birch tree palette knife paintings.

Winter from the New “Evolving Seasons” Series by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

November 7, 2019

48″ x 36″ textured oil painting
Part of a 48″ x 144″ quadriptych

In my final piece of this large quadriptych, winter has arrived. A blanket of fresh snow frosts the ground and trees above, creating a beautiful network of lace branches. A hint of the sun peeks through, illuminating the ground and causing the light to sparkle. In the corner a hint of fall ending is the last traces of color until spring returns. Now you can leave your footprints in the snow, enjoying the crisp air and quiet of the forest.