Walking in the Woods with Impressionist Landscape Painter Niki Gulley

 

 
36” x 18” textured acrylic painting on canvas
©2024 Niki Gulley
Loving the sounds of leaves falling and crunching underfoot, while enjoying the uplifting autumn colors and refreshing November air. I hope you enjoy this relaxing, rejuvenating walk through the woods with me! 
 

 

 
 
 

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Painting Fall at the North Carolina Arboretum by Impressionist Niki Gulley

   

36” x 18” textured acrylic painting on canvas
©2024 Niki Gulley
Today I joined the Asheville Plein Air Painters at the North Carolina Arboretum. While several of the trails were closed from the hurricane, the main gardens were open and it turned out to be a gorgeous afternoon. I loved the bright pops of color in their “mum quilt.” What a fantastic, welcoming group. I look forward to the next time I can join again! 9” x 12” textured acrylic painting on canvas panel
 
 
 

To see more of Niki’s contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

 

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Walking in the Woods Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

   

18” x 36″ textured acrylic painting on canvas
©2024 Niki Gulley
 
Being in the mountains, you never know what the weather is going to do. So with the threat of rain, I decided to stay right at our campsite underneath the awning just in case. And, why not when this is the view??? So many first responders were staying on the premises, coming and going, chatting while passing and I was pleased that I could add some brightness to their day. I hope this one lifts your spirits, too!
 
 

To see more of Niki’s contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

 

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Vibrant Fall Foliage Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

  

36” x 18” textured acrylic painting on canvas
©2024 Niki Gulley

Even though a lot of trees have fallen in Asheville, there is still so much beautiful fall color. I hope you enjoy the ride, too! Check out this video if you’s like to see more of the gorgeous autumn scenery – https://www.instagram.com/p/DB8-2vmR87-/.

 
 
 

To see more of Niki’s contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

 

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Painting Autumn in All Its Glory with Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

24” x 12” textured acrylic painting on canvas
©2024 Niki Gulley

While hurricane Helene created such devastation in Asheville, we’ve been looking for scenery in the area that can lift your spirits. And, the explosion of vibrant fall color here does not disappoint! The maples are displaying their full autumn glory, so I had to capture those ruby reds for you. May this kids’ perspective bring you the joy of carefree days and hopes for a bright future. 

 

 
 

To see more of Niki’s contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit nikigulley.com.

 

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Palette Knife Painter Niki Gulley Paints Covered Bridges

 

 
“Covered Drive” ©2024 Niki Gulley
SOLD • 9″  x 12″ textured acrylic painting on canvas panel 
 

Just Sold! We have landed in New York, about an hour from Buffalo, in Scott’s hometown. The fall leaves are just barely turning colors and the temps are in the 70s. Beautiful! 

 
Our first stop – Scott played a round of golf with old friends and since the grounds were so pretty, I decided to set up my easel at the golf course. So, here is my first painting of a covered bridge. This was a great introduction to more covered bridges to come!
 
 

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

 

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“Autumn Hideaway” by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

    

“Autumn Hideaway”  ©2022 Niki Gulley
SOLD • 16″ x 20″ textured oil painting 
 
Just Sold! After we finished teaching our Art Trek to Vermont, my husband and I stayed another few days to try to capture the gorgeous scenery on canvas and film. This morning, we ventured up to the majestic overlook by the Von Trapp property to capture the spectacular scenery. I loved how this cabin was perfectly tucked into the mountainside surrounded by vibrant fall foliage. The slightly overcast day made the colors pop even more! I hope you, too, can enjoy the crisp autumn air and a peaceful escape from the bustle of city life.
 
 
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New “Full Circle” Seasons Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

     

 
“Full Circle”  ©2023 Niki Gulley
30″ x 30″ textured acrylic painting on circular board
 
In “Full Circle,” I started thinking about how everything has its life cycle. Trees evolve from season to season, sprouting buds, forming leaves, turning in the fall and eventually dying back in the winter. Time is a constant. In our lives, the idea of time is often in the back or our mind. How long will we be here and how are we going to spend it? So, here I used nature as a metaphor. I arranged the seasons in the pattern of a clock face, representing the cycle of life. Twelve main trunks act like the hours in a day, arranged in a circle as time ticks on. Gazing into the treetops like looking up to the heavens, light shines through as a reassuring beacon of hope and what’s beyond.
 
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“Autumn’s Tapestry” Kid’s Perspective Painting by Niki Gulley

     

 

“Autumn’s Tapestry” ©2024 Niki Gulley
textured oil painting on board • 20″ x 20″
 

In this painting I wanted you to feel that child-like wonder of staring up into the treetops and heavens above. Choosing uplifting golds and reds contrasted against a turquoise-blue sky with gentle clouds drifting by, I’ve arranged the aspens in a circular pattern to give you a sense of laying on the ground, surrounded by the forest. Using diagonal leading lines with the tree trunks and limbs, your eye gazes into the focal point where all of the elements come together. Meanwhile, utilizing thick, curving paint strokes adds to that joyful, playful feeling of hope and discovery.

 
If you are interested in purchasing this painting, please go to https://www.nikigulley.com/autumns-tapestry/.
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If you have any questions about my aspen and birch tree paintings, please e-mail Niki Gulley.

 

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“Arms to Heaven” Uplifting Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

 

 
“Arms to Heaven” ©2024 Niki Gulley
 30″ x 30″ textured mixed media painting on 1.5″ deep canvas with the painting wrapping around the edges
In this painting I wanted you to feel that child-like wonder of staring up in into the treetops and heavens above. Choosing uplifting autumn tones contrasted against a turquoise blue sky, gentle clouds drift by as the sun peeks through casting its magical light on everything it touches and lifting your spirits. Arranging the trees in a circular pattern gives you a sense of laying on the ground, surrounded by the forest and directs your eye to hope’s focal point. Utilizing thick, energetic paint strokes adds to that joyful, playful feeling of promise and discovery.
 
 
For more information on my textured palette knife paintings, please e-mail me at Niki Gulley.
 

 

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