Tag: maple tree

Fall Foliage in the Smoky Mountains by Palette Knife Painter Niki Gulley

October 24, 2024

    

“Fall’s Spectrum” ©2024 Niki Gulley
24″ x 30″ textured acrylic painting on canvas
 
Here is Asheville, NC in all of its peak autumn glory the last week of October. Of course, one of the challenges of plein-air painting is you never know what is going to change in the scene you are capturing. For instance, our neighbors at our campsite chose to park their black sedan right here in the middle of our picturesque view. Oh, well! The scenery beyond was still beautiful and I was able to take some photos on my camera to finish this one up at home. It also gave us a good excuse to take a scooter ride on that beautiful 70 degree day and check out the picturesque nature trails in the North Carolina Arboretum. Not a bad way to finish up our immersive autumn trip!
 
 https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 
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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.

 

Experience Asheville’s Gorgeous Fall Foliage in Niki Gulley’s Paintings

October 22, 2024

 

Autumn’s Descent ©2024 Niki Gulley
20″ x 30″ textured acrylic painting on canvas
 

Just WOW!!! Our timing in Asheville was perfect. Gorgeous peak color and ideal 70 degree days. The view from our campsite was spectacular and I had to capture those autumn hues before they were gone. Especially since the leaves were falling into my paint as soon as I mixed the next color. I hope you can feel pure joy and energy in this one! And, there may be a little extra real leaf texture as a bonus.

 
 
To see a video about this painting, check out https://www.instagram.com/p/CzBw2bNOy_9/.
 
 https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 
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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.

 

Colorful Birch Tree Painting from Vermont by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

October 18, 2024

“Golden Destination” ©2024 Niki Gulley
20? x 30? textured acrylic painting on canvas
The weather turned quickly in Vermont! From 80 to 50 and solid rain in just a day. So here I took advantage of my last chance to paint while it was dry and there were still autumn leaves on the trees. Gilded and crimson foliage invite you to explore this golden light filled path. May you experience nature’s joy and serenity while wandering through these woods.
 
To see a video of the area as I was painting, check out https://www.instagram.com/p/CyOE3TjOlkc/.
 
 
 https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 
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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.

 

Capturing Vermont’s Fall Foliage with Palette Knife Painter Niki Gulley

July 18, 2024

  

“Climbing to the Sky” ©2024 Niki Gulley
24″ x 18″ textured acrylic painting on canvas panel
 
The color explosion in northern Vermont was out of this world, and I just had to capture its fleeting beauty.  So, we found a nice big place to park the RV and I was able to work larger again today. The reds were so vibrant and intense on this maple that it had to be my focus. Feeling like a kid with the excitement of the colors, I chose this uplifting view reminiscent of laying on the ground as a child and staring up into the treetops and sky. Totally lost in the moment and not a care in the world, I hope you are transported to a similar happy memory from your youth!
 

 

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

 

 

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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.

 

Take a Leisurely Drive through Beautiful Fall Foliage with Artist Niki Gulley

January 17, 2024

 

The fall foliage along the Blue Ridge Parkway outside of Asheville was incredible! One day of painting wasn’t enough, so we returned today to capture more of its beauty to share with you. Loaded with texture and color, I hope you enjoy this joyful journey through this autumn wonderland.
 
To see a video of the area as I was painting, check out https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy3OOOBuXty/.
 
 
20″ x 30″ textured acrylic painting on canvas
SOLD
 
 https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 
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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.

 

Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley Paints Vibrant Fall Foliage

January 5, 2024

 

SOLD! “Flowing into Fall” 20″ x 30″ textured acrylic painting on canvas
 
Today we are touring the Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah Forest outside of Asheville, NC. WOW!!!! The fall colors are amazing! I am in my happy place with inspiration at every turn. We finally found a large enough spot to pull over and park the RV so I could paint this gorgeous view. Hope you enjoy the scenery and escape as much as we did!
 
To see a video of the area as I was painting, check out https://www.instagram.com/p/CyyIZQ4Olse/.
 
 
 

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

 

 

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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.

 

Fall Foliage in the Smoky Mountains by Palette Knife Painter Niki Gulley

November 9, 2023

Sadly, our Fall Foliage Freedom Tour has reached its end. What an amazing 6 week adventure!!! Fortunately, we might have saved the best for last, visiting Asheville, NC in all of its peak autumn glory the last week of October. I had to squeeze in one last painting opportunity at our gorgeous campsite. 
 
Of course, one of the challenges of plein-air painting is you never know what is going to change in the scene you are capturing. For instance, our neighbors chose to park their black sedan right here in the middle of our picturesque view. Oh, well! The scenery beyond was still beautiful and I was able to take some photos on my camera to finish this one up at home. It also gave us a good excuse to take a scooter ride on that beautiful 70 degree day and check out the picturesque nature trails in the North Carolina Arboretum. Not a bad way to finish up our immersive autumn trip!
 
 https://www.instagram.com/nikigulley/
 
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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.

 

Experience Asheville’s Gorgeous Fall Foliage in Niki Gulley’s Paintings

November 8, 2023

Just WOW!!! Our timing in Asheville was perfect. Gorgeous peak color and ideal 70 degree days. The view from our campsite was spectacular and I had to capture those autumn hues before they were gone. Especially since the leaves were falling into my paint as soon as I mixed the next color. I hope you can feel pure joy and energy in this one! And, there may be a little extra real leaf texture as a bonus.

 
 
To see a video about this painting, check out https://www.instagram.com/p/CzBw2bNOy_9/.
 
 
20″ x 30″ textured acrylic painting on canvas
(Retail value – $2,900 unframed)
• Fall Foliage Freedom Tour special – $2,000 unframed includes shipping
 
 
 
Shipments won’t go out until November when we are back home in Dallas. Thank you for your patience.
 

Please follow along on our Fall Foliage Freedom Tour at: 

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

 

Take a Leisurely Drive through Beautiful Fall Foliage with Artist Niki Gulley

November 7, 2023
The fall foliage along the Blue Ridge Parkway outside of Asheville was incredible! One day of painting wasn’t enough, so we returned today to capture more of its beauty to share with you. Loaded with texture and color, I hope you enjoy this joyful journey through this autumn wonderland.
 
To see a video of the area as I was painting, check out https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy3OOOBuXty/.
 
 
20″ x 30″ textured acrylic painting on canvas
(Retail value – $2,900 unframed)
• Fall Foliage Freedom Tour special – $2,000 unframed includes shipping
 
 
 
Shipments won’t go out until November when we are back home in Dallas. Thank you for your patience.
 

Please follow along on our Fall Foliage Freedom Tour at: 

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

 

Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley Paints Vibrant Fall Foliage

November 3, 2023
Today we are touring the Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah Forest outside of Asheville, NC. WOW!!!! The fall colors are amazing! I am in my happy place with inspiration at every turn. We finally found a large enough spot to pull over and park the RV so I could paint this gorgeous view. Hope you enjoy the scenery and escape as much as we did!
 
To see a video of the area as I was painting, check out https://www.instagram.com/p/CyyIZQ4Olse/.
 
 
20″ x 30″ textured acrylic painting on canvas
(Retail value – $2,900 unframed)
• Fall Foliage Freedom Tour special – $2,000 unframed includes shipping
 
 
 
Shipments won’t go out until November when we are back home in Dallas. Thank you for your patience.
 

Please follow along on our Fall Foliage Freedom Tour at: 

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