Artists Of Texas Contemporary Paintings and Art

        “Cacophony" ©2022 Niki Gulley 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.  *** For more details and to purchase "Cacophony," visit nikigulley.com/cacophony/. If you're  in Columbus this weekend, please stop by my exhibit at the Columbus Arts Festival: Columbus Arts Festival Columbus, OH Downtown riverfront in the Scioto Mile Booth #M545 on Main St. Fri. June 10 • 11am – 9pm Sat. June 11 • 10am – 9pm ...

      “Perspective Control II" ©2022 Niki Gulley 36” x 18" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges 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. If you're in Denver, Colorado this weekend, you can see Perspective Control II and more of my aspen paintings at: Denver Arts Festival Booth #157C Denver, CO Conservatory Green, Central Par...

      “Blazing a Trail" ©2021 Niki Gulley 36” x 18" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges Flickering autumn leaves seem to almost dance in a gentle breeze. I wanted this scene to be filled with movement and energy, so I incorporated a lot of diagonal and curving shapes in the design to suggest that feeling. Contrasting short staccato strokes against blended passages with my palette knives, also increase that sense of motion. I hope you, too, can feel the excitement of walking through the woods on a beautiful fall day, letting your cares slip away and your spirit being invigorated. If you'd like to see or find out more details about "Blazing a Trail," it is available through: Studio Seven Arts Gallery 400 Main Street Pleasanton, CA StudioSevenArts.com ••• For more information on my textured palette knife paintings, please e-mail me at  Niki Gulley. Or, please visit my website at   NikiGul...

     “Perspective Control II" ©2021 Niki Gulley 36” x 18" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges 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 contempo...

     “Fibonacci's Dream" ©2021 Niki Gulley 36” 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 feel that child-like wonder of staring up into the treetops, mesmerized by the scene overhead. I chose uplifting yellows and golds contrasted against a turquoise blue sky with gentle clouds drifting by to lift your spirits. I've arranged the aspens in a spiral pattern so that you have a sense of laying on the ground, surrounded by the forest, connecting with nature and the heavens above. Utilizing thick, curving paint strokes also adds to that joyful, playful feeling of hope and discovery. For more information on my textured aspen paintings, please e-mail me at  Niki Gulley. Or, please visit my website at   NikiGulley.com  to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.  

       “Cacophony" ©2021 Niki Gulley 30” x 30" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges Being in the forest and listening to the leaves blowing in the breeze is like a symphony to my ears. Then combine that with the explosion of color adding to visual senses, it makes for a magical moment in time. 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.  

      “Cacophony" ©2021 Niki Gulley 30” x 30" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges The sound coming from the wind blowing through the leaves, along with the dancing colors created a symphony for the senses. It was as if a peacefulness settled on me as I captured this scene. It became a moment of inspiration and joy as I felt like I was one with 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.  

     “Blazing a Trail" ©2021 Niki Gulley 36” x 18" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges Giving the viewer somewhere to go in a painting is a main goal. If you can take them on a joinery to a place of wonder and excitement, then you have made their time a success. I like to give them lines and shapes in order to do just that. Sometimes I achieve that with short strokes of a palette knife to increase the sense of motion. 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.  

    “Perspective Control II" ©2021 Niki Gulley 36” x 18" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges Being one with nature is what I hope to achieve when I set up outdoors. I want you to feel like you are right there with me hearing the birds sing, the leaves rustling in the trees and slow rhythmic pulse of the water rolling down the stream. I always feel most alive in these setting and I hope to convey that through my paintings. 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.  

    “Fibonacci's Dream" ©2021 Niki Gulley 36” x 36" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges Once more the little kid in me sprang forth in this latest work of wonderment of gazing up into the treetops. I wanted to play off the colors so that your spirit feels like it is being lifted up to the heavens. The trees give you sense of being on the ground and having them spiral around you. Hopefully you can feel the joy and whimsy along with hope. 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.  

   “Perspective Control" ©2021 Niki Gulley 24” x 12" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges I had my own little song of natures sounds as I was painting. It was a soothing melody of the water flowing in the stream, the leaves rustling in the trees, all backed up by a chorus of birds. Adding to the effect was the beautiful explosion of fall color that surrounded me, thereby putting me in the perfect frame of mind to create. The winding path pulled me forward on a journey through natures glory. 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.