New “Pops of Red” Textured Poppy Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

March 8, 2022
“Pops of Red” ©2022 Niki Gulley
24″ x 12″ textured mixed media painting on canvas
 
I wanted to capture the rhythm, color, and density of vibrant poppies flowing along this grassy hill. Making sure to not over blend my thick strokes so that you could see the marks and feel the energy found in nature, Pops of Red II is loaded with texture, color and movement. Vertical diagonal rows of ruby jewel tones lead your eye to the foliage in the distance, inviting you to stroll amongst the gorgeous wildflowers. Arranging the blooms vertically are designed to lift your spirits and add joy and serenity to your home.
 

E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on my poppy and wildflower paintings.

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

 

 

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“Flowering Currents” Desert Landscape Painting by Niki Gulley

March 7, 2022

   

 
“Flowering Currents II” ©2022 Niki Gulley
SOLD • 20” x 30″ textured mixed media painting 
on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges
 
Just Sold! In this painting, I wanted to capture the rhythm, color, and density of the desert’s vibrant wildflowers flowing along its rocky terrain.  Repeating patterns and waves of color create a harmony within the painting, while making sure not to over blend my thick strokes allows you to see the marks and feel the energy found in nature.
 
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.

 

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New “Blossoming Dreams II” Abstract Bluebonnet Painting by Niki Gulley

March 4, 2022

       

 
“Blossoming Dreams II” ©2022 Niki Gulley
24″ x 36″ textured mixed media painting on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges
 

 I wanted to show Texas’ spring landscape in a completely different way. Making sure not to over blend my thick strokes so that you could see the marks and feel the energy found in nature. Repeating patterns and waves of color create a harmony within the painting, while rendering the bluebonnets and wildflowers along with their surroundings abstractly plays with taking a traditional subject matter and showing it in a contemporary way. With an aura of mystery, late day light touches the tops of the grasses and hills with glimmers of hope.

For more information on this painting, please contact The Good Art Company Gallery, in Fredericksburg, TX at goodartcompany.com/gacart/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=25&sort=20a&page=1&z.

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For details on more of my bluebonnet and Texas wildflower paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.


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

 

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“Flowering Currents” Desert Landscape Painting by Niki Gulley

March 3, 2022

    

“Flowering Currents” ©2022 Niki Gulley
24” x 30″ textured mixed media painting 
on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges
 

On a visit to New Mexico, we were greeted to cheerful wildflowers blossoming, adding pops of joy and sunshine to the desert scenery. Repeating patterns and waves of color create a harmony within the painting, while rendering the blooms and their surroundings abstractly plays with taking a traditional subject matter and showing it in a contemporary way.

 
To purchase or for more information, visit nikigulley.com/flowering-currents/.
 
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For more information on my textured palette knife paintings, please e-mail me at Niki Gulley.
 

 

Or, take a look at my website at  NikiGulley.com to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

 

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New Abstract Poppy Field Painting by Niki Gulley

March 2, 2022

     

 
“Flowering Currents IV” ©2022 Niki Gulley
30” x 40″ textured mixed media painting 
on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges
 
I absolutely love it when I come across a whole field of wildflowers – there is something about the transformation of a single dainty flower into a dense explosion of color that inspires awe and delights your senses. I liked how these rows of poppies and earth beneath them created a gentle harmony, inviting you to wander into the distance, getting lost in the moment. Full of color and hope, may “Flowering Currents” transport you to a happy serene place.
 
If you’d like to see more details about this painting or add it to your art collection, go to https://www.nikigulley.com/flowering-currents-iv/.
 
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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.

 

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“Autumn Awakening” by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

March 1, 2022
“Autumn Awakening” • 16″ x 20″ textured oil painting 
SOLD •  ©2021 Niki Gulley
 
Just Sold through the Good Art Company Gallery! As we were nearing the end of our New England adventure, the temperature dropped 30 degrees overnight and we woke up to 20 degrees and frost the next morning. Luckily the view out our window was beautiful and I could continue to paint the magnificent fall foliage from the comfort of indoors that morning! The lighting coming through the clouds was so dramatic, causing the leaves to glow. The soft breeze that was blowing caused the foliage to sway and dance to its own rhythm and I wanted to capture that movement and energy in “Autumn Awakening.” I liked how the distant mountain was a deep shade of purple since the sun wasn’t on it, and how it set off the contrasting complimentary colors in the foreground. Created with palette knife and thick paint, this canvas is loaded with texture, color and movement.

To see other pieces available through the Good Art Company Gallery, visit goodartcompany.com/gacart/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=25&sort=20a&page=1&zenid=417ih04llasuk7pl1h0qhj32k1.

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

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

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We will be leading another Art Trek to Vermont in October 2023. If you’re interested in joining us on one of upcoming Treks, please let us know. Spaces fill up quickly!
 
 

 

 
For more information on upcoming Art Treks, please visit http://www.ArtTreks.org.
 

New Palette Knife Prickly Pear Painting by Niki Gulley

February 28, 2022

   

“Flowering Currents III” ©2022 Niki Gulley
24” x 30″ textured mixed media painting 
on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges
 

 

Set against the arid desert landscape, this gorgeous cactus greeted us with sunshine and joy! Leaving my strokes loose and free, I hope you can feel the beauty, energy and hope in this moment.
 
If you’d like to add this painting to your art collection, please visit https://www.nikigulley.com/flowering-currents-iii/.
 
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.

 

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“A Knot in the Woods” Abstract Aspen Painting by Niki Gulley

February 25, 2022

              

“Knot in the Woods” ©2022 Niki Gulley
30″ x 30″ textured mixed media painting 
on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges
 
Bordering on the edge of abstraction and the cusp of realism, Knot in the Woods is loaded with layers of paint, built up with thin glazes and then palette knife to create extreme dimension. Choosing to come in tight on the subject, I played around with various strokes and paint thicknesses to add depth and dimension. Splashes of gold and pops of fire-engine red add excitement and energy to the expansive aspen forest.
 
To purchase a “Knot in the Woods,” please go to https://www.nikigulley.com/knot-in-the-woods/.
 
E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions.

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

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New Abstract Aspen Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

February 24, 2022

               

 

“Knot in the Woods II” ©2022 Niki Gulley

20″ x 30″ textured mixed media painting 
on 1.5″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges
 
Scrolling bark peels back like white washed parchment revealing secrets in the deeply textured wood below. A painting of grace and beauty, its verticality is offset by diagonal glowing autumn colors. Each stroke defined by thick textured paint and rich colors contrasted against subtle ivories, strike a reverberating chord and create a visual vibration that resonates in an optical song.
 
To see a close-up on its texture or to purchase a “Knot in the Woods II,” check out https://www.nikigulley.com/knot-in-the-woods-ii/.
 
E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions.

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

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New “Fracturing Reality” Textured Abstract Aspen Painting by Niki Gulley

February 23, 2022

“Fracturing Reality” ©2021 Niki Gulley

30” x 30” textured oil painting
 
Abstract realism – the synthesis of abstract and realistic painting. Borrowing abstract influences, such as focusing on color, line, shape and rhythm without a concrete, physical object and combining those concepts with depicting something from reality. When you marry these two genres, you get a new style of art that aims to illicit the emotions behind the subject. 
 
In “Fracturing Reality,” I hope you feel rejuvenated as you gaze into nature’s wonders and escape into your dreams.
 
 
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E-mail Niki Gulley for more information on her contemporary landscape paintings. 
 
To see more of my textured nature paintings, visit nikigulley.com.
 

 https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/