“Spring’s Glory” was inspired by a trip to the Texas Hill Country. The spring conditions were perfect, and the bluebonnets were amazing! While we were near Fredericksburg, we took a scenic drive along the Willow City Look and as we approached the top of a hill about half way around, we were greeted by this gorgeous view of the rolling hills and bluebonnets in full bloom. Then, to top it off the sun was setting in the distance casting its golden glow and backlighting the wildflowers. I had to capture the magical moment, enhancing the kaleidoscope of colors in the sky and along the ground. Arranging clouds, the road and rows of bluebonnets in rhythmic sweeping shapes to create a harmonious landscape that flows with light, texture and color, and suggest a feeling of optimism about what’s to come.
Tag: Texas wildflower oil painting
“Bluebonnet Reflections” oil painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley
In Bluebonnet Reflections, I wanted to capture the beautiful reflections on this pond in Ennis, Texas with bluebonnets filling the distant hills and leading your eye back towards the wooden bridge. Painted with a combination of brush and palette knife, the finished image is loaded with depth and color.
To find out more about upcoming Plein Air Painting Classes and Art Treks, visit nikigulley.com/artreks.
For more information on my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.
“Hill Country Retreat” Texas Bluebonnet Painting by Niki Gulley
To find out more about upcoming Plein Air Painting Classes and Art Treks, visit nikigulley.com/artreks.
For more information on my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.
“Hill Country Retreat” Texas Bluebonnet oil painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley
To find out more about upcoming Plein Air Painting Classes and Art Treks, visit nikigulley.com/artreks.
New Indian Paintbrush painting by Niki Gulley