Artists Of Texas Contemporary Paintings and Art

   "Venetian Textures II" ©2022 Niki Gulley 16" x 12" textured oil on canvas panel  I started this piece during our Plein Air / Photography Art Trek Workshop that my husband, Scott Williams, and I lead in Venice, Italy. We had painted several other grand locations, but decided on day three to paint a more intimate vignette of the canals. Since the whole city is on water, I love how their "garage doors" are actually for their boats! In this painting, I wanted to focus on all of the wonderful architectural textures and age of the homes as seen in the peeling stucco, crumbling bricks and weathered wood. Luckily I had a steady stream of gondolas passing as I was painting so I could add one in to set the mood. To purchase and for more details, go to  nikigulley.com/venetian-textures/. *** To see more of my contemporary textured landscape paintings, please visit  nikigulley.com. For more information on my Venice and other travel paintings, please e-mail  Nik...

  "Tunnel of Light," Siena, Italy SOLD • 12" x 9" oil painting by Niki Gulley Day 3:   TUSCANY ART TREK - Siena Plein Air Painting and Photography Workshop with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams Just Sold!  On the third day of our Tuscany Art Trek, we visited the Medieval hill town of Siena, with its incredible marble Duomo, great people-watching plaza, and interesting alleyways radiating out from the campo with something new to discover around every turn. While some of our group shopped, some photographed and others relaxed on the square, I set up in one of the quiet cobble streets to capture the textures of these ancient walls and mood of this unique city. For dinner that night, we treated ourselves to a delicious home-made Italian meal of pastas, truffles, pecorino cheese and some amazing red wine! A mid-afternoon gelato break! If you're interested in joining us on one of our upcoming Art Treks or Foodie Treks, please  visit  http://www.ArtTreks.org. ...

  Lake Como, Italy ©2022 Niki Gulley SOLD  • oil on canvas • 24" x 48" Just Delivered to a good new home! Lake Como, Italy is probably my favorite spot from all of our travels, so I was thrilled when my collectors asked me to paint a custom painting from this region. The vistas are simply breathtaking with the alps in the background, the gorgeous blue of the lake, the brightly colored unique buildings and the lush foliage dotting the magnificent gardens. I love this little laid back town of Varenna, which is so peaceful that all of your cares just melt away. I'm sure my commissioned painting will help bring back fond memories for my collectors of their travelers and bring some peace and joy to their beautiful home! To see more of my paintings from Italy, visit  nikigulley.com . Or, E-mail  Niki Gulley for more details. *** We will be returning to Tuscany this October for a delicious Foodie Trek.  For more information, visit  http://www.ArtTreks.org. If you...

 "Venetian Textures II" ©2021 Niki Gulley 16" x 12" textured oil on canvas panel  I started this piece during our Plein Air / Photography Art Trek Workshop that my husband, Scott Williams, and I lead in Venice, Italy. We had painted several other grand locations, but decided on day three to paint a more intimate vignette of the canals. Since the whole city is on water, I love how their "garage doors" are actually for their boats! In this painting, I wanted to focus on all of the wonderful architectural textures and age of the homes as seen in the peeling stucco, crumbling bricks and weathered wood. Luckily I had a steady stream of gondolas passing as I was painting so I could add one in to set the mood. To purchase and for more details, go to  nikigulley.com/venetian-textures/. *** To see more of my contemporary textured landscape paintings, please visit  nikigulley.com. For more information on my Venice and other travel paintings, please e-mail  Niki Gull...

"Venetian Textures" ©2021 Niki Gulley 12" x 9" textured oil on canvas panel I started this piece during our Plein Air / Photography Art Trek Workshop that my husband, Scott Williams, and I lead in Venice, Italy. We had painted several other grand locations, but decided on day three to paint a more intimate vignette of the canals. Since the whole city is on water, I love how their "garage doors" are actually for their boats! In this painting, I wanted to focus on all of the wonderful architectural textures and age of the homes as seen in the peeling stucco, crumbling bricks and weathered wood.  To purchase and for more details, check out  nikigulley.com/venetian-textures-ii/. *** To see more of my contemporary textured landscape paintings, please visit  nikigulley.com. For more information on my Venice and other travel paintings, please e-mail  Niki Gulley.

“Autumn Journey" ©2020 Niki Gulley 30” x 20" textured oil painting Inspired by a trip to Colorado in the fall, trying to catch the beautiful autumn aspens leaves before they dropped, we just caught the last glimpse of color before an early snowfall hit. The combination of golden leaves set against the vivid blue sky, and the cool snow shadows contrasted against glowing light highlights as the sun cast its warming rays, was a symphony to the eye! I hope you, too, can slow down and enjoy the beautiful scenery on this winding journey. For more information on my textured palette knife oil paintings, please e-mail me at  Niki Gulley. Or, please visit my website at   NikiGulley.com  to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

Day 1, Greece Art Trek:  The Acropolis, Athens 9" x 12" oil painting by Niki Gulley On the first full day of our plein air painting and photography workshop in Greece, we visited the Acropolis in Athens along with several other ancient sites. It was truly awe inspiring to see a part of history from the fifth century BC and to imagine what life must have been like as democracy was beginning. In the afternoon, the painters set up their easels on top of the beautiful balcony at our hotel to paint this beautiful view of the Parthenon while the photographers continued touring the city. In this oil painting, I wanted to capture a sense of scale with the Acropolis, and suggest how it rises above the city on this massive mound, towering majestically over the city, kissed by the clouds above. Breakfast from the terrace of our hotel. What a view of the Acropolis! *** If you're interested in joining us on one of our upcoming Art Treks or Foodie Treks to Ice...

"Tunnel of Light," Siena, Italy 12" x 9" oil painting by Niki Gulley Day 3:   TUSCANY ART TREK - Siena Plein Air Painting and Photography Workshop with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams On the third day of our Tuscany Art Trek, we visited the Medieval hill town of Siena, with its incredible marble Duomo, great people-watching plaza, and interesting alleyways radiating out from the campo with something new to discover around every turn. While some of our group shopped, some photographed and others relaxed on the square, I set up in one of the quiet cobble streets to capture the textures of these ancient walls and mood of this unique city. For dinner that night, we treated ourselves to a delicious home-made Italian meal of pastas, truffles, pecorino cheese and some amazing red wine! A mid-afternoon gelato break! If you'd like to join us in Tuscany for our next Plein Air Painting and Photography Workshop, please check out  http://ww...

“Bend Ahead” ©2018 Niki Gulley 24” x 18" textured oil painting Inspired by a trip to Colorado in the fall, trying to catch the beautiful autumn aspens leaves before they dropped, we just caught the last glimpse of color before an early snowfall hit. The combination of golden leaves set against the vivid blue sky, and the cool snow shadows contrasted against glowing light highlights as the sun cast its warming rays, was a symphony to the eye! I hope you, too, can slow down and enjoy the beautiful scenery on this winding journey. For more information on my textured palette knife oil paintings, please e-mail me at  Niki Gulley. Or, please visit my website at   NikiGulley.com  to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

“Bend Ahead” ©2018 Niki Gulley 24” x 18" textured oil painting Inspired by a trip to Colorado in the fall, trying to catch the beautiful autumn aspens leaves before they dropped, we just caught the last glimpse of color before an early snowfall hit. The combination of golden leaves set against the vivid blue sky, and the cool snow shadows contrasted against glowing light highlights as the sun cast its warming rays, was a symphony to the eye! I hope you, too, can slow down and enjoy the beautiful scenery on this winding journey. For more information on my textured palette knife oil paintings, please e-mail me at  Niki Gulley. Or, please visit my website at   NikiGulley.com  to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

"Lucky's Cafe," Dallas, Texas  ©  2017 Niki Gulley SOLD •  11" x 14" oil painting Just Sold!  Friends sit and gaze at the mass of beauty and indecision that is the menu. The fear of missing out on any number of delectable dishes makes it nearly impossible to chose. Their eyes waver between the menu in their hands and the massive chalk board that dominates the far wall. Mom's meatloaf? Good Luck Reuben? And who could pass up the Sleaziest, Cheesiest, Grilled Cheese in Town? But, then, it is found: Chicken Fried Steak, a delicious staple of home-style comfort food. Every once and a while, it's nice to share a little home-town spirit. Coming from Dallas, I thought it would be nice to capture a local favorite, Lucky's Cafe, on Oaklawn Ave. Even outside, you can feel the energy that emanates from within and cuts through the heavy blanket of night.  E-mail me at  Niki@NikiGulley.com  for more information about my contemporary impression...

7" x 5"" oil painting by Niki Gulley Day 3:   TUSCANY ART TREK - Siena Plein Air Painting and Photography Workshop with Niki Gulley and Scott Williams On the fourth day of our Tuscany Art Trek, we visited the Medieval hill town of Siena, with its incredible marble Duomo, great people-watching plaza, and interesting alleyways radiating out from the campo with something new to discover around every turn. While some of our group shopped, some photographed and others relaxed on the square, I set up in one of the quiet cobble streets to capture the textures of these ancient walls and mood of this unique city. For dinner that night, we treated ourselves to a delicious home-made Italian meal of pastas, truffles, pecorino cheese and some amazing red wine! That night we had a Tuscan chef prepare us an amazing 7 course meal at the villa - Buon Appetito! If you're interested in joining us on one of upcoming Art Treks, please let us know.   The ea...

"Hill Country Retreat"  ©2016 Niki Gulley SOLD  • 9" x 12" textured oil painting Just sold!  I painted these Texas bluebonnets at a plein air painting workshop I was leading in Fredericksburg, TX. I loved the pop of red on the flag flying off this cabin's back porch in contrast to the vibrant cobalt bluebonnets. Working with palette knife and thick oil paint, this Texas landscape is loaded with texture, color and movement! To see more of Gulley's palette knife landscape paintings please check out  NikiGulley.com. To find out more about upcoming Plein Air Painting Classes and Art Treks, visit  nikigulley.com/artreks. For more information on my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail  Niki Gulley.

"Lone Star Escape"  ©2016 Niki Gulley 9" x 12" textured oil painting I painted these Texas bluebonnets at a plein air painting workshop I was leading in Fredericksburg, TX. I loved the pop of color on the flag flying off this cabin's back porch in contrast to the vibrant cobalt bluebonnets. Working with palette knife and thick oil paint, this Texas landscape is loaded with texture, color and movement! To see more of Gulley's palette knife landscape paintings please check out  NikiGulley.com. To find out more about upcoming Plein Air Painting Classes and Art Treks, visit  nikigulley.com/artreks. For more information on my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail  Niki Gulley.

“Bend Ahead” ©2016 Niki Gulley 24” x 18" textured oil painting Inspired by a trip to Colorado in the fall, trying to catch the beautiful autumn aspens leaves before they dropped, we just caught the last glimpse of color before an early snowfall hit. The combination of golden leaves set against the vivid blue sky, and the cool snow shadows contrasted against glowing light highlights as the sun cast its warming rays, was a symphony to the eye! I hope you, too, can slow down and enjoy the beautiful scenery on this winding journey. For more information on my textured palette knife oil paintings, please e-mail me at  Niki Gulley. Or, please visit my website at   NikiGulley.com  to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

"Hill Country Retreat"  ©2016 Niki Gulley 9" x 12" textured oil painting I painted these Texas bluebonnets at a plein air painting workshop I was leading in Fredericksburg, TX. I loved the pop of red on the flag flying off this cabin's back porch in contrast to the vibrant cobalt bluebonnets. Working with palette knife and thick oil paint, this Texas landscape is loaded with texture, color and movement! To see more of Gulley's palette knife landscape paintings please check out  NikiGulley.com. To find out more about upcoming Plein Air Painting Classes and Art Treks, visit  nikigulley.com/artreks. For more information on my Texas bluebonnet and wildflower paintings, please e-mail  Niki Gulley.

“Tuscan Dreams" ©2016 Niki Gulley 24" x 24" textured oil painting on wrap around canvas 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. You can paint and photograph these very views if you join us for our  Tuscany Workshop  in 2017. Don’t miss out on an amazing trip! Space is filling up quickly and there are a few spaces left so that you can experience Tuscany yourself. See  nikigulley.com/artreks  for details or e-mail  Niki Gulley  for more information. For more information on Tuscan Dreams or more of my contemporary impressionistic landscape ...

“Bend Ahead” ©2015 Niki Gulley 24” x 18" textured oil painting Inspired by a trip to Colorado in the fall, trying to catch the beautiful autumn aspens leaves before they dropped, we just caught the last glimpse of color before an early snowfall hit. The combination of golden leaves set against the vivid blue sky, and the cool snow shadows contrasted against glowing light highlights as the sun cast its warming rays, was a symphony to the eye! I hope you, too, can slow down and enjoy the beautiful scenery on this winding journey. For more information on my textured palette knife oil paintings, please e-mail me at  Niki Gulley. Or, please visit my website at   NikiGulley.com  to see more of my contemporary landscape paintings.

“Summer Escape," Tuscany ©2015 Niki Gulley SOLD •  24" x 24" textured oil painting on wrap around canvas set inside an espresso floater frame Inspired by our travels to Italy, cypress trees rise out of the vast open landscape signaling that you have arrived in Tuscany! Perched on a hilltop with its long curving driveway, this villa is set against the perfect backdrop for a romantic escape. Rows of soft wheat sway in the breeze and draw your eye back to the rolling hills and beautiful billowing clouds. Painted with palette knife and thick oil paint, this canvas is loaded with movement, color and dimension. Or, to see more of my palette knife contemporary landscape paintings, visit  nikigulley.com. For more information on my plein air paintings and workshops in Italy and France, please e-mail  Niki Gulley.

Day 1, Greece Art Trek:  The Acropolis, Athens 9" x 12" oil painting by Niki Gulley On the first full day of our plein air painting and photography workshop in Greece, we visited the Acropolis in Athens along with several other ancient sites. It was truly awe inspiring to see a part of history from the fifth century BC and to imagine what life must have been like as democracy was beginning. In the afternoon, the painters set up their easels on top of the beautiful balcony at our hotel to paint this beautiful view of the Parthenon while the photographers continued touring the city. In this oil painting, I wanted to capture a sense of scale with the Acropolis, and suggest how it rises above the city on this massive mound, towering majestically over the city, kissed by the clouds above. Breakfast from the terrace of our hotel. What a view of the Acropolis! Next summer we will be leading an Art Trek to Spain and the following year we will be headed to Tuscany, Engla...