Depths of Indigo

Piece description from the artist

I believe that abstraction is the ultimate door to a very personal visual language. Hidden symbols, memories, and unique perspectives are woven beneath the art. Every deliberate mark, tension, or velocity is applied to the canvas with a love for sculpting with paint and colors. It could be about innocence, heritage, nostalgia, nature, a sense of beauty, or even darkness. Finding and encapsulating the spirit and subtleties of the natural world is what interests me. In my process, I let the freedom of movement take shape—with soft curves, edges, and swiping brushstrokes, drawing inspiration from forms that resemble aquatic, avian, and botanical forms. The first flow of movement occurs intuitively, followed by the layering of different techniques and detail work to achieve textural contrast, dimension, and depth. Imagining a burst of petals that blooms and lights up at night, or seeing something as simple as the calming gradient of the colorful sky at sunset, or the surface of water that glimmers makes me wonder about the mystery of the deepest oceans, have all piqued my state of flow. Creating art is a way for me to embrace my individualistic tendencies and penchant for creativity.

Other works by Novi Lim

About Novi Lim

Wendell, NC

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 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.
I was raised in a densely populated city in Java, surrounded by concrete jungle and little access to green spaces or open skies. Despite that environment, I was always drawn to animals and the outdoors, craving a closeness to nature that felt just out of reach. That longing found fulfillment when I moved to North Carolina, where I was finally immersed in expansive natural beauty—a source of inspiration that continues to nourish my creativity.
My process begins with intuitive movement, evolving through layers of technique, texture, and detail to create depth and contrast. 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 imbue 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
- and many others

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