Ireland Oil Painting

April 6, 2010

“Ring of Kerry,” Ireland ©2010 Niki Gulley
12″ x 24″ oil painting
This painting is inspired from our trip to the UK a couple of years ago. Unfortunately it rained solid for 27 of our 30 days abroad – and that was their “dry” season! We finally got a moment of reprieve on our drive around the Ring of Kerry in Ireland, when we came across this beautiful vantage point. The rain eased up for a few minutes and we could enjoy this panoramic view of the bay. I loved the multi-colored hydrangeas in the foreground adding a punch of color to all of the greens and grays and the dramatic lighting created from the sun trying to break through the cloud cover.
I’ll be showing this piece at the Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas as part of the “Finding Her Voice” show, a tribute to women artists. Stop by the artists reception this Sunday or visit dutchartusa.com for more information. I’ll be there from 1 – 2 pm and would love to see you there.

American Airlines Exhibit

April 5, 2010

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I was honored this spring by being chosen as one of two artists to display their work at the American Airlines headquarters this year. We had a great turn out at the reception last week and I really enjoyed meeting everyone at the opening. Thank you!

New Bluebonnet Oil Painting

April 4, 2010

“Texas Bluebonnets II” ©2010 Niki Gulley
7″ x 5″ oil on board
Painted with palette knife and extremely thick oil paint.
You can see this painting at the “Finding Her Voice” show at the Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas. dutchartusa.com/

Texas Bluebonnets oil painting

April 1, 2010

“Texas Bluebonnets” ©2010 Niki Gulley
5″ x 7″ oil on board
Painted with palette knife and extremely thick creamy oil paint.
You can see this painting at the “Finding Her Voice” show at the Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas. dutchartusa.com/

Poppy Pair

March 30, 2010

“Poppy Pair” ©2010 Niki Gulley
5″ x 7″ oil on board
Painted with palette knife and extremely thick creamy oil paint.
You can see this painting at the “Finding Her Voice” show at the Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas. dutchartusa.com/

American Airlines Exhibit

March 26, 2010

Current of Tranquility

“Current of Tranquility” ©2010 Niki Gulley

36″ x 60″ oil on canvas

In this painting I wanted to communicate the peacefulness that comes over me when I’m near water, choosing cool blues and purples to heighten that feeling. I also wanted just a hint of vibrancy in the painting so I chose yellow accents in the leaves and along the bank to add contrast and life.

“Current of Tranquility” and several of my other paintings were selected to exhibit at American Airlines’ headquarters and I’m excited about attending the opening reception this afternoon! If you’d like more information on this painting or for more details on corporate acquisitions, e-mail me at niki@nikigulley.com.


Painting Workshop Saturday

March 24, 2010
“Beyond the Trees” by Niki Gulley
18″ x 24″ pastel • sold

I love the way sunlight trickles through tangled branches and creates mystery, and capturing that light is such a fun challenge as in the case with “Beyond the Trees.”

If you’d like to learn how to translate the fleeting light outdoors onto canvas, join me in my plein-air painting workshop this Saturday. I still have 2 spots left and I’d love to have you paint with us! Visit nikigulley.com/ng2/?page_id=13 or e-mail me at Niki@NikiGulley.com for more information.

Tuscany Workshop – Register by Wed. March 24

March 23, 2010


“Parting Clouds” by Niki Gulley
36″ x 24″ oil painting

This painting was inspired by one of our trips to Tuscany. I’ve always been attracted to this lone clump of cypress trees and the story behind them, and on this day the clouds in the sky parted just enough to allow the sun’s rays to pass through and illuminate the cypress grove below in almost a spiritual way. I decided to keep the bold colors of my underpainting showing through in areas because I thought the intense reds added to the drama of the moment.

If you’d like to join us on our next Plein Air Painting and Photography Workshop in Tuscany this September, let me know as it is limited to 10 participants and filling up quickly! Visit nikigulley.com/ng2/?page_id=13 for more information. Early registration deadline for a $300 savings is this Wednesday, March 24th.

If you have any questions, e-mail me at Niki@NikiGulley.com.

Painting Workshop March 27th

March 19, 2010

“Turtle Creek Impressions” by Niki Gulley
16″ x 20″ pastel • SOLD

I painted this piece at Turtle Creek in Dallas when the Azaleas were in full bloom. I wanted to capture not only their beautiful spring colors, but also the reflections in the water. A slight breeze gives a little shimmer to the creek’s surface.

If you’d like to expand your painting into a whole new world outside the studio, join me for my “Conquering Cabin Fever” plein air painting workshop next weekend. They are predicting no rain and 70 degrees, too! See nikigulley.com/ng2/?page_id=13 for more details. I’d love to have you join us!

E-mail me with any questions at Niki@NikiGulley.com.

Hibiscus

March 15, 2010

“Rhapsody in Bloom II” ©2010 Niki Gulley
12″ x 12″ oil on canvas
One of my new bright, cheerful florals created with extremely thick paint and palette knives.
E-mail me for more information at Niki@NikiGulley.com.