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“Morning Glow” oil painting by Contemporary Impressionist Artist Niki Gulley

June 27, 2022

oil on canvas • 20″ x 16″

On a peaceful spring morning, I set up my easel at White Rock Lake to capture the sun rising behind this beautiful, tangled Cottonwood tree. I liked how the warm light showed off the tree’s curves and textured bark, and I chose this vertical composition to show off its size and strength. In the distance, the sun glistens along the water’s surface and I hope this scene lifts your spirits for what the day has to bring.

For more information and framing options, check out nikigulley.com/morning-glow/.

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“Cacophony” Textured Autumn Aspen Painting Niki Gulley

June 8, 2022

30” x 30″ textured mixed media painting

on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

Enjoying the concert of aspen leaves rustling in the breeze and the beauty of fall ablaze with color, I felt invigorated as I began painting this aspen forest. The setting was so mesmerizing and rejuvenating that I wanted to communicate that joyful feeling of discovery. Filling the canvas with energetic staccato strokes and bold colors, in addition to gently arching the tree trunks reaching towards the sky, all add to that uplifting feeling of being immersed in nature’s symphony.

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For more details and to purchase “Cacophony,” visit nikigulley.com/cacophony/.

If you’re in Columbus this weekend, please stop by my exhibit at the Columbus Arts Festival:

Columbus Arts Festival

Columbus, OH

Downtown riverfront in the Scioto Mile

Booth #M545 on Main St.

Fri. June 10 • 11am – 9pm

Sat. June 11 • 10am – 9pm

Sun. June 12 • 10am – 5pm

columbusartsfestival.org/

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

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

“Parade of Color” Impasto Oil Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

May 31, 2022

24″ x 48″ textured oil painting

Filled with joy and energy, Parade of Color is loaded with texture and uplifting hues that almost dance on the canvas. Mysterious light leads you down the path, beckoning you into the distance. What lies beyond? Where will your adventure take you next? I hope you can find the excitement in the journey!

To purchase, please visit nikigulley.com/parade-of-color/.

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

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Fall Aspen Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

May 30, 2022

36” x 18″ textured mixed media painting

on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

Enjoying the melodic tinkling of the aspen leaves rustling in the breeze, the trickling sounds of the babbling brook at our side, and the beauty of fall ablaze with color, I felt invigorated as I began painting this aspen forest. The setting was so peaceful and rejuvenating that I wanted to communicate that joyful feeling of discovery. Filling the canvas with energetic staccato strokes and bold colors, in addition to gently arching the tree trunks reaching towards the sky, add to that uplifting feeling. And then just a sliver of the trail cutting through the forest, suggests the excitement of the journey that is to come.

If you’re in Denver, Colorado this weekend, you can see Perspective Control II and more of my aspen paintings at:

Denver Arts Festival

Booth #157C

Denver, CO

Conservatory Green, Central Park

Sat. May 28 • 10am – 6pm

Sun. May 29 – 10am – 5pm

https://www.denverartsfestival.com

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

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

Contemporary Forest Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

May 27, 2022

SOLD • 24″ x 44″ Textured Mixed Media Painting on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

Just Sold! Dreamy light peeks through the forest’s tangle as the sun slowly rises, beckoning you to wander through the foliage and immerse yourself in nature. Loaded with color, texture and energy, this painting vibrates with a calming energy.

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For more details on my other aspen and birch paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

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

“Tranquility of Spring” Textured Bluebonnet Painting by Niki Gulley

May 18, 2022

12″ x 18″ Textured Acrylic on Panel

Painted on location, this beautiful, peaceful spot kept calling me back to capture it. Between the soft morning light, the carpet of azure blues formed by rows and rows of Texas bluebonnets and the gentle shimmer on the pond’s surface, I?had to capture the tranquility of the moment. I hope you are also transported to an uplifing place overflowing with the cathartic feelings of being surrounded by Texas’ beauty in springtime.

E-mail Niki Gulley for more details.

Or, to purchase directly, go to nikigulley.com/springs-palette-iii/.

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

New “Enduring Legacy” Texas Landscape by Impressionist Artist Niki Gulley

May 17, 2022

24″ x 12″ textured acrylic painting on 1.5″ gallery wrap canvas with the scene continuing around the edges

These two massive, gnarly trees seemed to rise out of nowhere amongst the rolling fields of Texas bluebonnets. I feel like they had a story to tell, and I needed to capture their enduring presence by making them the focus of my painting. Purposely choosing this elongated canvas gives their trunks and limbs plenty of room to express their legacy and emphasize their majesty. Exciting pops of color, energetic strokes and a touch of whimsy add to the joy of these ancestral beauties.

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

For more information on my palette knife bluebonnet and Texas wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

New Contemporary Textured Poppy Painting by Niki Gulley

May 9, 2022

24″ x 24″ Textured Mixed Media Collage on Canvas

Loaded with thick, textured paint over multiple layers of color, these cheerful poppies are bursting to life with dimension and energy. Whimsical blooms seem to dance in nature’s kaleidoscope of spring hues bringing joy and sunshine to everyone they greet.

For framing options and purchasing information, please visit nikigulley.com/springs-palette-v/.

This piece looks great hung individually or paired with a complimentary abstract landscape in the series. Please e-mail Niki Gulley for more details.

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

Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley Painting Roses in Her Garden

May 6, 2022

20″ x 30″ Textured Mixed Media on Canvas

As my garden kept evolving this spring, I was treated every day to a new blossoming surprise! After my irises were complete, I was greeted by the most gorgeous roses I’ve seen since I planted them 5 years ago. So, of course I had to go out and capture those beauties before they disappeared.

Wanting to create pieces that are full of joy, energy, texture and light, I painted the blooms large to add to that feeling of hope and exuberance. Choosing to leave the background airy and working with thick layers of white on white paint, multi-colored roses dance across the canvas with spontaneity and freedom. I hope these paintings bring the beauty of nature inside and fill your spirit with light and cheer.

To purchase this painting, visit nikigulley.com/moving-expectations-iii/.

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

For more information on my large floral paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

Abstract Poppy Field Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

May 4, 2022

24″ x 24″ Textured Mixed Media Collage on Canvas

This piece looks great hung individually or paired with a complimentary abstract landscape in the series. Please e-mail Niki Gulley for options and details.

To purchase and see framing options, check out nikigulley.com/springs-palette-iv/.

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