aspen tree painting

Painting Lupines along the Lake with Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

July 30, 2021

12″ x 24″ textured mixed media painting on canvas • ©Niki Gulley

We enjoyed our previous day so much along the lakeshore in Colorado that we decided to return there again the next day. Scott was highly amused watching the paddle boarders and their pups. Meanwhile, I got to work capturing this gorgeous view. A path was beaten down through the thick mass of aspen trees, leaving a perfect peep hole through the woods out onto the lake. Lupine and wildflowers dotted the grasses adding their joy and color to this perfect peaceful moment!

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New “Sparking the Imagination” by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

July 19, 2021

36″ x 36″ textured mixed media on 1.5″ gallery wrap canvas with the painting continuing around the edges

With “Sparking the Imagination,” I wanted you to feel that child-like wonder of staring up into the treetops, mesmerized by the scene overhead. I’ve arranged the trunks in a spiral pattern so that you have a sense of laying on the ground, surrounded by woodland, connecting with nature and the heavens above. Flowing in an ascending circular pattern, transitioning from spring, summer, winter, fall and back again to spring, reminds us of the cyclical forces of life and what our place can be within it.

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E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my palette knife aspen tree paintings.

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

“Autumn’s Descent” Aspen Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

July 15, 2021

Niki Gulley, Dallas, aspen, contemporary impressionist, tree painting

“Autumn’s Descent”

20″ x 16″ textured oil painting on canvas panel

Mounted in 3″ espresso frame • $1,600

Getting a chance to escape home confinement for a quick road trip to the mountains to paint, was just what the doctor ordered! Spending time in nature and reveling in the stunning fall colors with the crisp cool air, rejuvenated my spirit and inspired my muse. Add to the fact that I love aspens and you have just about the perfect remedy for these challenging times. I hope that you will feel my excitement and energy so that it will bring you as much joy as it did me.

If you’d like to purchase “Autumn’s Descent,” it is available through:

Studio Seven Arts Gallery

400 Main Street

Pleasanton, CA

StudioSevenArts.com

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E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my palette knife aspen tree paintings.

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

“Fence Line” Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

July 14, 2021

20″ x 16″ textured oil painting on canvas panel

If you’d like to see or find out more details about “Fence Line,” it is available through:

Studio Seven Arts Gallery

400 Main Street

Pleasanton, CA

StudioSevenArts.com

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E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my palette knife aspen tree paintings.

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

“Reaching New Heights” Textured Aspen Painting by Niki Gulley

July 7, 2021

48” x 36″ textured mixed media painting

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

In this painting, I wanted you to you to experience the joy of looking up into the treetops – just like you did when you were a kid. Lying on the ground, not a care in the world, you gaze in wonderment as the clouds drift by. Choosing warm yellows, reds and greens and utilizing thick chunky staccato strokes add to that childlike whimsy and I hope you are transported back to a happy, carefree time and place.

If interested in seeing more details about “Reaching New Heights,” check out nikigulley.com/reaching-new-heights/.

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.

“Reaching New Heights” Textured Aspen Painting by Niki Gulley

March 10, 2021

48” x 36″ textured mixed media painting

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

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 “Heading to the Mountains” Palette Knife Aspen Painting by Niki Gulley

February 1, 2021

16″ x 20″ textured oil painting on canvas panel

Painting in the mountains, especially this year was so cathartic and emotional. It was such a joy to be there surrounded by these amazing fall colors, that it would bring me to tears every day. I felt so fortunate to be able to do this when so many people weren’t able to travel, that I poured my heart and soul into every painting. I hope that you can feel the joy that I felt when you see them.

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E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my palette knife aspen tree paintings.

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

New “Fence Line” Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

January 29, 2021

20″ x 16″ textured oil painting on canvas panel

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E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my palette knife aspen tree paintings.

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

“Autumn Journey” – Colorado Aspen Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

November 20, 2020

30” x 20″ textured oil painting

Inspired by a trip to Colorado in the fall, trying to catch the beautiful autumn aspens leaves before they dropped, we just caught the last glimpse of color before an early snowfall hit. The combination of golden leaves set against the vivid blue sky, and the cool snow shadows contrasted against glowing light highlights as the sun cast its warming rays, was a symphony to the eye! I hope you, too, can slow down and enjoy the beautiful scenery on this winding journey.

For more information on my textured palette knife oil 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 “Reaching to Heaven” Fall Aspen Impasto Painting by Niki Gulley

November 19, 2020

Niki Gulley, Dallas, aspen, contemporary impressionist, tree painting

The white bark of these glorious aspens rising towards the sky, reminds me of the columns holding up the roof of a cathedral. With the electric blue sky combined with the vibrant yellow leaves, this is my idea of the heaven that is nature. As such, I want your eye to move upwards pulling the focus skyward with a sense of wonder and whimsy.

“Reaching to Heaven”

20″ x 16″ textured oil painting on canvas panel.

Mounted in 3″ espresso frame • $1,600

** If interested in “Reaching to Heaven” unframed or to see other framing options, please contact [email protected].

Niki Gulley, Dallas, aspen, contemporary impressionist, tree painting

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E-mail Niki Gulley with any questions about my palette knife aspen tree paintings.

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