Artists Of Texas Contemporary Paintings and Art

                                                                        Lost in Lillies 14x11 oil on linen I spotted these day lillies at the master garden center in Granbury. It is always a feast for the eyes.  I love the bright red/orange of this flower.  The distance row of trees was a nice contrast.  There is also a large building in site that I choose to leave out! I love using my artist license.  To purchase or see more http://www.sherijonesart.com Sheri@sherijonesart.com http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com. Thank you for viewing my art.  Sheri Jones

    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! Or, e-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on her contemporary landscape paintings.  See  NikiGulley.com  to view more of her palette knife aspen and birch paintings.    

   16" x 20" textured mixed media painting on canvas Continuing on our journey to escape the Texas heat, we retreated to the gorgeous Rocky Mountains of Colorado. The setting was so beautiful and peaceful that I just had to pull out my paints and start capturing all of that joy and tranquility! Here is my finished painting of the Dillon Reservoir.  Or, e-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on her contemporary landscape paintings.  See  NikiGulley.com    

  16" x 20" textured mixed media painting on canvas After enjoying our visit in New Mexico, we continued on our journey escaping the Texas heat to the gorgeous Rocky Mountains of Colorado. After exploring the area, we decided to spend the day at the Dillon Reservoir in Frisco. The setting was so beautiful and peaceful that I just had to pull out my paints and start capturing all of that joy and tranquility! Or, e-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on her contemporary landscape paintings.  See  NikiGulley.com    

12" x 24" textured mixed media painting on canvas When we visited Santa Fe this month, the temperature started rising as the weekend went on, so we headed up into the mountains for cooler breezes to paint the beautiful aspen trees. I was attracted to the white trunks with their unique peeling bark and dark protruding knots. I liked how the dramatic dappled light came through the trees and illuminated the grasses and foliage causing the landscape to glow. Becoming totally lost in the moment, I set out to capture the peacefulness and contentment I felt that day. Or, e-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on her contemporary landscape paintings.  See  NikiGulley.com    

                "No Tree Is an Island" ©2021 Niki Gulley 12" x 24" textured mixed media painting  on 1.5" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges Just Sold through Marigold Arts Gallery! Shimmering in warm light, this backlit grove of aspen trees reaches tall, greeting you as you enter the forest. First signs of autumn appear as golden and crimson leaves dance in the gentle breeze. The beautiful autumn forest beckons you to go for a stroll and soak in nature’s glory and tranquility. If you are in the area, please stop by and visit the gallery to see more of my palette knife western landscape paintings. Marigold Arts Gallery 424 Canyon Rd. Santa Fe, NM marigoldarts.com E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on my birch and aspen tree oil paintings. To see more of my contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com .

                                                              On the Sunny Side 18x36 oil on gallery wrapped canvas After visiting the gorgeous fields of sunflowers I was inspired to paint them in a larger format.  I worked on an older painting that was in the portrait style. It was of large sunflowers and painted in my garden.  Painted with a palette knife in many layers.   To purchase or see more http://www.sherijonesart.com Sheri@sherijonesart.com http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com. Thank you for viewing my art.  Sheri Jones

  FRESH OFF THE EASEL   It is easy to forget in the midst of drama that we can actually find peace. A while ago I was grateful to have been able to spend time at a friend's place, enjoying the sun, breeze and "4-legged family members"! Seems that I find myself going more often to the open country to just be still to find the calm we often need. I wanted to create a painting that expressed the feeling of being away from the constant turmoil we have all been dealing with and to just relax with the beautiful blue sky and the quiet surroundings. My hope is that you too will be able to take a deep breath and relax as you view this painting... Remember, "All Is Good"! 12"x12"x1.75" Mixed Media on Canvas Click HERE for purchase info. EXCITING NEWS!! My NEW Instructional Video "Bold Contemporary Landscapes With Acrylics" is now AVAILABLE HERE Learn about my weekly art classes   HERE Sign up for my  Newsletter    HERE Visit https:/...

    "Three's Company" ©2021 Niki Gulley 20" x 16" textured oil painting on canvas panel A couple of weeks ago, we visited Santa Fe and I demonstrated my technique in oils at Marigold Arts Gallery. After the sweltering heat in Dallas, the weather felt wonderful in New Mexico and I thoroughly enjoyed meeting everyone! Here is my finished painting, "Three's Company." I hope you can feel the joy and wonder of staring up into the treetops just like you did when you were a kid. If you are in the area, please stop by and visit the gallery to see more of my palette knife western landscape paintings. Marigold Arts Gallery 424 Canyon Rd. Santa Fe, NM marigoldarts.com Or, e-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on her contemporary landscape paintings.  See  NikiGulley.com    

   Niki Gulley demonstrating at Marigold Arts Gallery A couple of weeks ago, we visited Santa Fe and I demonstrated my technique in oils at Marigold Arts Gallery. After the sweltering heat in Dallas, the weather felt wonderful in New Mexico and I thoroughly enjoyed meeting everyone! If you are in the area, please stop by and visit the gallery to see more of my palette knife western landscape paintings. Marigold Arts Gallery 424 Canyon Rd. Santa Fe, NM marigoldarts.com Or, e-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on her contemporary landscape paintings.  See  NikiGulley.com    

  "Awakenings" ©2021 Niki Gulley  Four 36" x 36" canvases to form a 72" x 72" quadriptych • Textured Mixed Media Painting In “Awakenings” 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 the sense of laying on the ground, surrounded by the woods as they connect with the heavens above. Flowing from one season to the next, my goal is to not only show the beauty of nature, but also bring awareness to the importance of protecting our forests. Trees are the lifeblood of our planet. We are their stewards, and as such, it is up to us to ensure their survival. The ascending vortex and the seasons continuous transitioning, reminds us of the cyclical forces of life and what our place can be within it. Possibilities are endless. Relax. Contemplate. Dream.  *** I'm honored that this painting will be exhibited at Grand Rapids International Art...

"Evolving Seasons" ©2021 by Niki Gulley Four 48" x 36" textured oil painting to form a 48" x 144" quadriptych I wanted to create a large horizontal quadriptych, or four piece painting, that would flow from one season to the next to show the beauty of the forest throughout the year. Working on such a large scale invites you to step right into the scene and take a walk through the woods, enjoying all of the peace and joy that nature has to offer. Here you can see all four paintings in a row, flowing from spring to summer and fall to winter. Rather than show the same exact scene at four different times of year, I decided I would rather show one long forest evolving from one season to the next to create a better harmony across the canvases. From the ground gently undulating underneath, to the pine trees flowing from canvas to canvas, to the rhythm created from aspens and oaks repeating, to the foliage and pops of color emerging and drifting into the distance, ...

"Evolving Seasons" ©2021 by Niki Gulley Four 48" x 36" textured oil painting to form a 48" x 144" quadriptych I wanted to create a large horizontal quadriptych, or four piece painting, that would flow from one season to the next to show the beauty of the forest throughout the year. Working on such a large scale invites you to step right into the scene and take a walk through the woods, enjoying all of the peace and joy that nature has to offer. Here you can see all four paintings in a row, flowing from spring to summer and fall to winter. Rather than show the same exact scene at four different times of year, I decided I would rather show one long forest evolving from one season to the next to create a better harmony across the canvases. From the ground gently undulating underneath, to the pine trees flowing from canvas to canvas, to the rhythm created from aspens and oaks repeating, to the foliage and pops of color emerging and drifting into the distance, ...

"Sparking the Imagination" ©2021 Niki Gulley   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.  **** 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 .    

Garden Bed 7x14 oil on canvas I was thrilled to find the poppies blooming when I visited the master gardens in Granbury. I painted this on location and enjoyed every minute of it.   To purchase or see more http://www.sherijonesart.com Sheri@sherijonesart.com http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com. Thank you for viewing my art.  Sheri Jones  

"Sparking the Imagination" ©2021 Niki Gulley   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.  **** 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 .    

  8"x8"x1.5" Mixed Media on PANEL/FRAMED in a wooden frame. $200 Click HERE  to purchase. EXCITING NEWS!! My NEW Instructional Video "Bold Contemporary Landscapes With Acrylics" is now AVAILABLE HERE Learn about my weekly art classes   HERE Sign up for my  Newsletter    HERE Visit https://HollyHunterBerry.com  to view more of my work. Follow Holly on  Facebook Follow holly on Pinterest Follow Holly on Instagram  

    12" x 16" textured mixed media painting  by Niki Gulley SOLD Just Shipped to a happy collector!  One of my collectors in Ohio requested that I paint her crab apple tree after a freak late snowfall covered the spring branches despite their starting to blossom. I can only imagine how beautiful that was! E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on my changing seasons paintings. To see more of my contemporary palette knife landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com .

    12" x 16" textured mixed media painting  by Niki Gulley SOLD Just Shipped to a happy collector!  One of my collectors in Ohio requested that I paint her crab apple tree after a freak late snowfall covered the spring branches despite their starting to blossom. I can only imagine how beautiful that was! E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on my changing seasons paintings. To see more of my contemporary palette knife landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com .

                                                                        Early Birds 11x14 oil on gallery wrapped canvas These fisherman were out early and taking advantage of the opportunity to catch the big one.  In the old adage "Red sky at night, sailor's delight. Red sky in the morning sailor's warning".   Jesus said, When in evening, ye say, it will be fair weather: For the sky is red. And in the morning, it will be foul weather today; for the sky is red and lowering. (Matthew XVI:2-3) To purchase or see more http://www.sherijonesart.com Sheri@sherijonesart.com http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com. Thank you for viewing my art. Sheri Jones

    "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 **** 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 .