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“Perspective Control” Fall Aspen Painting by Niki Gulley

November 4, 2026

24” x 12″ textured mixed media painting

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

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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.

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.

“Walk About II” Textured Aspen Tree Painting by Niki Gulley

November 3, 2026

10″ x 20″ textured mixed media painting

on 3/4″ wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

Follow the deep wood’s path and wander under a canopy of sheltering leaves, light shifts through each branch and twig. Long, late rays of sunlight pierce the dreaming autumn forest, as you enter shadows dapple your journey. You are walking down a loamy path, filled with color-drenched leaves that invite you into the purple shadows where you may seek your dreams. This painting of a tranquil wood’s trail inspires your journey and your dreams with lush colors and rich images of beauty ahead.

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“Limitless Possibilities” Abstract Autumn Landscape Painting by Niki Gulley

November 2, 2026

40” x 30″ textured mixed media painting

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

You walk down a path sheltered by autumn drenched trees, intrigued by the light flowing through the leaves and branches, casting shadows, colors changing with each gentle breeze, sunlight cascading down your pathway. Peaceful, tranquil this painting flows around the canvas capturing the memory of autumn: lush crisp colors, crunchy leaves and a walk through the woods Walt Whitman would have envied.

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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.

New Painting of Beaver Lake in Asheville by Local Artist Niki Gulley

October 30, 2026

20″ x 10″ textured acrylic painting on canvas

Just 10 minutes from our home is the most picturesque lake set against a mountain backdrop. I thought it was so beautiful when we strolled around it this winter and spring, but then come May it even got even more spectacular when the wildflowers burst onto the scene with their rainbow-hued joy! So, I had to get out there to capture its beauty. And, I wasn’t the only one with that idea as another random painter came along with the same idea and joined me. What fun! I hope you enjoy taking a leisurely stroll through this uplifting meadow garden, letting all of your cares slip away.

For details on more of wildflower or North Carolina paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

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North Carolina Artist Niki Gulley Paints Uplifting Local Gardens

October 29, 2026

12” x 12″ textured acrylic painting on canvas panel

Beautiful miracles! After 3 1/2 years meeting every other week with this lovely group of ladies from my miracles group back in 2023, we finally met in the flesh! We each shared our special gifts with each other in addition to a fun filled weekend of friendship and communion. They asked me to teach them how to paint so this photo is from a gorgeous afternoon painting together on my deck. What a special memory. From the bottom of my heart, thank you YOM.

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Or, e-mail me with any inquiries about my contemporary floral paintings at Niki Gulley.

New Night Sky Paintings by Luxury Interiors Artist Niki Gulley

October 28, 2026

40” x 30″ textured acrylic painting

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

One thing I love about our RV is the freedom to stay the night right there in the middle of Mother Nature.Those gnarly Joshau trees are fascinating. Almost other-worldly, it’s like they’ve emerged froma science fiction page.

Staring up reminds me of childhood, not a care in teh world, pausing with awe and wonder. CAmpint under the stars, surrounded by the cosmos sparks the imagination and stirs my soul.

What’s out there? Where do we fit in? What if? What if? What if?

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Or, e-mail me with any inquiries about my contemporary landscape paintings at Niki Gulley.

New “Celestial Patterns” Night Sky Painting by Niki Gulley

October 27, 2026

40” x 30″ textured acrylic painting

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

Moving to a small town, I’ve become fascinated with the night sky. Livingin big cities there was so much light pollution that we rarely saw stars. Now constellations mesmerize my imagination. While just a speck here, there is also a sense of bing connected to the whole universe.

This massive pine bridges our connection and reminds us of the wonder we felt as kids staring into the treetops and dreaming about the cosmos beyond. I hope you enjoy the enchanting journey with me.

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Or, e-mail me with any inquiries about my contemporary landscape paintings at Niki Gulley.

Finding “Cloud Patterns” by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

October 26, 2026

30” x 40″ textured acrylic painting

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

Didn’t you love laying on the ground as a kid, looking up into the treetops, watching the clouds drift by? What’s in that one? Is it a face? an animal? Brocooli? Yuck!

I hope you enjoy the escape with me in this one as you peer through the eye of the canopy. With a nod and wink to Fibinacci, natures mathematical patterns are truly fascintating!

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If you’d like to see more of my palette knife landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

Or, e-mail me with any inquiries about my contemporary landscape paintings at Niki Gulley.

New “Golden Rays” Uplifting Forest Painting by Niki Gulley

October 23, 2026

20” x 30″ textured acrylic painting

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

I love these woods next to my house. Listening to the birds chirping and squirrels scurrying with the occasional wood-pecker pecking is so relaxing. Then, there’s something magical about the sun as it twinkles and bursts through the leaves forming golden rays, bathing everything they touch. Gazing up with childlike fascination, awe fills my senses and I want to share that peace and wonder with you.

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If you’d like to see more of my palette knife landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

Or, e-mail me with any inquiries about my contemporary landscape paintings at Niki Gulley.

“Cacophony” Textured Autumn Aspen Painting Niki Gulley

October 22, 2026

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 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.