By
Novi Lim
Piece description from the artist
"In this orbit, we surf the swirl of unseen winds —"
“This piece is part of my ongoing exploration of emotion through movement, texture, and memory. Guided more by instinct than plan, I let the paint respond to gesture—each mark a reflection of something deeply felt but not always spoken. Subtle layers, soft edges, and symbolic forms emerge through a process of surrender and discovery.”
• Original, hand-painted artwork — one of a kind
• Acrylic on triple-primed, acid-free cotton canvas
• Created in my North Carolina studio
• Gallery-wrapped edges for a clean, modern presentation
• Ready to hang — wired on the back with all hardware included
• Signed on both the front and back for authenticity
• Protected with a UV-resistant varnish for lasting vibrancy
• Painted with professional-grade materials
• Certificate of authenticity included
• Carefully wrapped in archival glassine paper to protect the painted surface
• Shipped in a custom-built wooden crate for maximum protection during transit
I often transport my mind to a serene inner space, drawing inspiration from memory and the intricate, organic forms found in nature. By exploring color and movement, I build compositions that are born from freedom rather than rigid planning. My most authentic work emerges when intuition and spontaneity guide the process—leading to outcomes that often surprise even me.
I believe everything exists in a state of flow, where balance and harmony can arise from seeming chaos. I’m drawn to the ambiguity and quiet mystery of abstraction, where meaning remains open to interpretation. Through self-discovery and constant experimentation, I channel dynamic energy into my practice—expressing the joy of creation itself. Each piece becomes a loose interpretation of the space between imagination and reality.”
Artist Introduction
“Nature reimagined in motion: Lim’s poetic abstractions of flight and bloom.”
Lim is an Indonesian-born, North Carolina–based painter whose lyrical abstractions merge movement, memory, and nature into visual poetry. Working in acrylic, oil, and delicate metallic details, she creates atmospheric compositions where forms suggest wings, petals, and flowing water — symbols of transformation and resilience. Her paintings have been placed in international collections and hospitality spaces, and she continues to explore the intersections of fragility and strength, gesture and stillness, across both intimate canvases and large-scale works.
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The hand remembers what the mind forgets. For me, abstraction is the ultimate gateway to a deeply personal visual language. Each work is layered with hidden symbols, memories, and interpretations—echoes of innocence, heritage, nostalgia, beauty, nature, and even darkness. These elements are not always overt, but they are embedded in the gestures and choices I make. Every intentional mark I lay on the canvas—every stroke, pressure, tension, or burst of color—is a form of coded expression. Whether through paint, brush, or unconventional tools.
I translate emotion into form, distilling complex inner worlds into simplified, visual harmonies.
My creative interest lies in capturing the spirit and nuances of both my internal landscape, subconscious elements of memories and the natural world.
I follow an instinctive rhythm in my process, guided by fluid curves, softened edges, and sweeping gestures. I often draw from nature’s graceful archetypes—elements that resemble aquatic, avian, and botanical forms—which serve as recurring muses. With intuitive movements, discovery occur through the layering of different techniques, contrasting texture, and detail work that creates depth.
I am often captivated by fleeting visual poetry—a bloom unfolding, the shifting hues of a sunset, or the glint of moonlight on water. These moments awaken a sense of wonder, pushing me into a flow state where intuition and expression converge.
Art, for me, is a sensorial and exploratory practice—an ongoing dialogue between intention and surrender. It’s a space where I follow curiosity, embrace uncertainty, and translate the unseen into something tangible.
The act of creation allows me to honor my individuality while making space for transformation. Through dynamic line work, gradients, and the contrast of light and shadow, I aim to infuse each piece with a quiet, contemplative intensity.
Art in public spaces:
- Nobu Atlantic City Suites & Corridor
- Emory Winship Cancer Institute (public space) Atlanta, GA
- Waldorf Astoria Orlando
- Ritz Carlton, Model rooms Charlotte, NC
- Sandestin Hilton, Miramar beach, FL
- JW Marriott , Clearwater Beach, FL
- JW Marriott Marquis Suites, Miami, FL
- Ritz Carlton Tiburon, Naples, FL
- BioPoint – Longfellow, Research Triangle Park – NC
- Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP International Law Firm
Singapore Office
- Boston Children Hospital, New Hale Family Building, Boston, MA
- Korsch Verlag Gmbh publishing, Germany
- Silversea Dawn Cruise, Silversea Nova Suites, La Terrazza Restaurant
Oslo, Norway
- Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, Austin, TX
-Reymond Langton Design
Yacht and superyacht projects
Bath, UK
-Southernland Company
Real Estate Development
- Mirage Las Vegas Hard Rock
- Anantara Hotel, Vienna
Saatchi Art Hospitality
- Withers Worldwide, Miami FL
Art Discovery Ltd
- and many others
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