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"Soaring High" Palette Knife Aspen Tree Painting by Niki Gulley

  Soaring High ©2021 Niki Gulley 30" x 48" • Textured mixed media on canvas I wanted this painting to be filled with uplifting colors and energetic strokes all leading you skyward, to soar amongst the clouds. Aspen trees reach towards the heavens while gentle breezes cause the sky to dance while you lay on the ground gazing in wonderment. Happy hues, whimsical shapes and a feeling of movement, hopefully transport you to a carefree childhood moment where all of your worries drift away and dreams are created. To see more of my palette knife aspen and birch tree paintings, please visit  nikigulley.com . E-mail -  Niki Gulley Visit  www.nikigulley.com/soaring-high/  for more details or  to purchase Soaring High.  

"Soaring Dreams II" by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

    "Soaring Dreams II" ©2021 Niki Gulley textured oil painting on canvas • 34" x 34" 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 lavender-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. To purchase "Soaring Dreams  II," go to  nikigulley.com/soaring-dreams-ii/. To see more of my impressionist palette knife paintings, please visit  NikiGulley.com . If you have any questions about my aspen and birch tree paintings, please   e-mail  Niki Gulley .

"Royal Rows" Lavender Field Painting by Niki Gulley

   Royal Rows ©2021 Niki Gulley 20” x 30” textured mixed media on canvas Inspired by a trip to Provence, these lavender fields were gorgeous and stretched as far as the eye could see! I wanted to focus on the perfectly planted purple rows, contrasted against the vibrant yellow sunflowers in the distance. I love how those colors pop next to each other. Fluffy clouds drift by in diagonal patterns that mimic the lavender aisles and create a harmony throughout the scene. Perspective lines converge, leading you to this joyful spot and I hope you can smell the amazing aromas and feel your spirits lifted while gazing into this scene. "Royal Rows" is available through the Good Art Company Gallery,  goodartcompany.com/gacart/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=25&sort=20a&page=1&zenid=417ih04llasuk7pl1h0qhj32k1 . ••• E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on my lavender and wildflower fields paintings. To see more of my contemporary impressionistic landsca...

"Ruby Trail" Poppy Painting from Tuscany by Niki Gulley

     Ruby Trail, Tuscany ©2021 Niki Gulley SOLD • 24" x 24" textured mixed media on canvas Just Sold through The Good Art Company Gallery!  Inspired from a wonderful trip to Tuscany, I wanted this piece to be uplifting and full of joy and energy. Set beneath a colorful sky with a few clouds drifting by on a beautiful day in springtime, the poppies and wildflowers are in full bloom. Using broken impressionistic strokes in surprising hues, causes the landscape to dance and flow, and I hope all of your cares drift away while gazing into this cheerful scene. ••• E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on my poppy and wildflower fields paintings. To see more of my contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com .  

"Sun's Bounty III" Palette Knife Oil Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

  "Sun's Bounty III" ©2021 Niki Gulley 24" x 48" textured oil painting on wrap around canvas Sun’s Bounty is inspired from the beautiful sunflower fields we visited in Provence, France. The flowers seemed to stretch forever and the color explosion was out of this world! Back in my studio, I worked from a combination of photos, on-site sketches and memories. Painting the sunflowers full-sized in the foreground helps to bring them to life and hopefully transport you to this happy location. Including surprising pops of vivid reds and purples keeps your eye moving throughout the scene, seeing new things each time you look at it, and adds to the joyful feeling. If interested in more details or purchasing this uplifting sunflower scene, please visit  nikigulley.com/suns-bounty-iii/. E-mail  Niki Gulley with any questions. To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com .  

Contemporary impressionistic Floral bird Gouache Original Painting by Sheri Jones

Blue Jay 4x6 gouache on paper This warm and friendly blue bird is dropping  y to say that you are fondly thought about during this holiday season. He hopes to bring you happiness and blessings throughout the year. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2021 http://www.sherijonesart.com Sheri@sherijonesart.com http://www.sheriart.blogspot.com. Thank you for viewing my art. Sheri Jones  

Cheerful Sunflower Painting by Palette Knife Artist Niki Gulley

  "Sunny Celebration" ©2021 Niki Gulley 30" x 48" textured oil painting Sunny Celebration is inspired from the beautiful sunflower fields we visited in Provence, France. The flowers seemed to stretch forever and the color explosion was out of this world! Back in my studio, I worked from a combination of photos, on-site sketches and memories. Painting the sunflowers full-sized in the foreground helps to bring them to life and hopefully transport you to this happy location. Including cheerful poppies in vivid reds and surprising pops of color keeps your eye moving throughout the scene, seeing new things each time you look at it, and adds to the joyful feeling. *** "Sunny Celebration" is available through: The Statton Gallery 137 Spring Street Eureka Springs, AR 72632 stattongallery.com *** For more details on my other palette knife sunflower paintings, please e-mail  Niki Gulley. Or, check out my website at  nikigulley.com  to see more of my  contemporar...

"Memories of Sunshine II" Palette Knife Sunflower Painting by Niki Gulley

  "Memories of Sunshine II" ©2021 Niki Gulley 30" x 40" textured painting on wrap around canvas "Memories of Sunshine" was inspired by our trip to Provence, France. Our timing was perfect and the sunflowers were in full bloom. Their bright, smiling faces as big as dinner plates, the sun dappled path leading you deep into the golden field to the quaint stone farmhouse in the distance, and a beautiful summer day with a few peaceful clouds drifting by made for the ideal subject. The resulting painting is full of warmth, color and texture, and my hope is that when you gaze into it, this piece lifts your spirits and brightens up any spot in your home. *** "Memories of Sunshine II" is available through the Good Art Company Gallery in Fredericksburg, TX. ••• For more details on my textured floral paintings, please e-mail  Niki Gulley. Or, check out my website at  nikigulley.com  to see more of my contemporary landscape palette knife paintings.  

Cheerful Sunflower Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

   "Capturing the Sun III" ©2021 Niki Gulley SOLD • 16" x 20" textured oil painting on 3/4" wrap around canvas with the painting continuing around the edges Just Sold through The Statton Gallery!  This sunflower field that I visited in the middle of the pandemic was GORGEOUS. It felt like it stretched for miles. Bright, happy faces sharing their smiles with us and lifting our spirits. My heart literally swelled and I had to capture all of that joy on canvas.  Utilizing vivid, uplifting hues, thick paint and bold, loose strokes add to the happy, carefree feeling of the moment and I hope you are transported there with me. ••• E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on my sunflower and wildflower fields paintings. To see more of my contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com .  

"Autumn in Tuscany" Palette Knife Oil Painting by Niki Gulley

  "Autumn in Tuscany" ©2021 Niki Gulley  10" x 20” textured oil painting During our Tuscany Foodie Trek, we stay in the middle of the countryside at a villa surrounded by 360 degree views of the rolling hills and valleys and nearby hill towns. One of the best vantage points and probably my favorite town in Tuscany is Pienza. Perched on high, the city towers over everything around and seems to actually draw the passing clouds to its bell tower and church steeple. This was a particularly gorgeous morning with beautiful puffy white clouds drifting by that created dramatic shadows in the recesses and golden light as it hit the autumn fields.  If interested in purchasing and for more details on "Autumn in Tuscany," please visit nikigulley.com/autumn-in-tuscany/ . *** If you're interested in joining us on one of our upcoming Art Treks or Foodie Treks to Iceland or Tuscany, please let us know.  Spaces fill up quickly! Alsace, France - Aug. 2021 Tuscany Foodie Trek...

New "Scenic Byway" Palette Knife Oil Painting from New Mexico by Niki Gulley

"Scenic Byway" ©2021 Niki Gulley 20" x 10" textured oil painting on canvas Painted just outside of Santa Fe, the fall colors in were gorgeous! We arrived shortly after sunrise to capture the best light of the day, but unfortunately the temperature was starting out near 32 degrees. Luckily the temperatures rose quickly as the morning wore on, I was able to shed my parka and winter gear, and it ended up being a beautiful day. I hope you, too, enjoy a leisurely drive through the beautiful autumn scenery of New Mexico. If interested in purchasing and for more details on "Scenic Byway," please follow  nikigulley.com/scenic-byway/. ••• E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on my Southwest textured oil paintings. To see more of my contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com .

Contemporary Impressionistic Floral Still Life Palette Knife Original Oil Painting by Sheri Jones

  A Little Blue Bird 14x11 oil on canvas My theme for Christmas cards this year was blue birds.  I have painted a few over the years and this is one that is still available. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 2021 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

En Pointe in Pink by Wanda Caro

       En Pointe in Pink 12x12”  oil on linen canvas Sold📍                                                        👩🏻‍🎨   🎨 Click to Purchase  👇🏻                                       https://www.etsy.com/shop/ ArteWandaCaro FB:                               https://www.facebook.com/ WCaroArt/ Instagram:                   https://instagram.com/arte.wanda.caro  

Winter Chill by Texas Artist Laurie Pace, Telling the Story through the Spirit of the Paint

   © Laurie Pace        Graphics One Design 2022 Winter Chill 24 x 24 in Black Shadow Box Frame Available    by Laurie Pace   Shop other Available Artwork.   Sign up for my quarterly newsletter and painting sales. "This painting leads off in my woman series of warriors I know in life. Returning to figurative painting for a small collection, this one is the lead painting.  Layers of color and overlays create the entire painting, keeping part of the realism an and loosing to abstract shapes throughout."  Color is a constant in Laurie's work. The challenge to explore and discover content while painting remains primary. Navigating in this new world of 'pandemic' and fear keeps an artist honest in their trade and their exploration to tell the story of today and life today.  BE BRAVE Artists are here to tell the raw story of life from the very beginning. Thankfully Texas remains an o...

Contemporary Wildflower Painting by Texas Artist Niki Gulley

      "Popping Sunshine III" ©2021 Niki Gulley 24" x 12" textured mixed media on canvas I wanted to capture the rhythm, color, and density of vibrant poppies flowing along this grassy hill. Making sure to not over blend my thick strokes so that you could see the marks and feel the energy found in nature, Popping Color is loaded with texture, color and movement. Vertical diagonal rows of ruby jewel tones lead your eye to the foliage in the distance, inviting you to stroll amongst the gorgeous wildflowers. Arranging the blooms vertically are designed to lift your spirits and add joy and serenity to your home. If interested in purchasing this palette poppy scene, please contact the The Statton Gallery: The Statton Gallery 137 Spring Street Eureka Springs, AR 72632 stattongallery.com ••• E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on my poppies and wildflower fields paintings. To see more of my contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit  nikigul...

"Popping Sunshine" by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

"Popping Sunshine" ©2021 Niki Gulley 24" x 12" textured mixed media on canvas I absolutely love it when I come across a whole field of wildflowers – there is something about the transformation of a single dainty flower into a dense explosion of color that inspires awe and delights your senses. I liked how these rows of poppies and rolling grasses created a gentle harmony, inviting you to wander into the distance, getting lost in the moment. Full of color and hope, may my "Popping Color" painting transport you to a happy serene place. If interested in purchasing "Popping Sunshine," please contact the The Statton Gallery: The Statton Gallery 137 Spring Street Eureka Springs, AR 72632 stattongallery.com *** E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on my poppies and wildflower fields paintings. To see more of my contemporary impressionistic landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com .  

"Autumn's Descent" Aspen Painting by Contemporary Impressionist Niki Gulley

     "Autumn's Descent" 20" x 16" textured oil painting on  canvas panel SOLD • Mounted in 3" espresso frame Just sold through Studio Seven Arts Gallery!   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. 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 Concerto II" Fall Birch Painting by Niki Gulley

"Autumn Concerto II" ©2020 Niki Gulley SOLD • 16" x 20" textured oil painting  Just sold through The Statton Gallery!  I painted this colorful birch trees on location with the fall hues emerging in all of their glory. I loved this grove of trunks that twisted and turned, slicing bright white through the tangle of autumn leaves. Painted over several mornings, the air was crisp but the sun made for beautiful painting conditions that illuminated the subject and warmed the air. I hope you, too, can feel the thrill of being surrounded by nature on a perfect fall day. *** E-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information on her fall aspen and birch tree paintings. To see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com .

New "Reaching to Heaven" Fall Aspen Impasto Painting by Niki Gulley

"Reaching to Heaven"  20" x 16" textured oil painting on  canvas panel 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.   If interested in more information on pricing and purchasing this palette knife fall scene, please contact the The Statton Gallery: The Statton Gallery 137 Spring Street Eureka Springs, AR 72632 stattongallery.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 .