About Novi Lim
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Education
2008 - 2012
UPH Visual Communication Design - BFA
Awards
2020
10 American Artists on The Rise
November 30, 2020 by Jenevieve Kok
The Artling
2020
HelvetArt International Art Competition - Swiss, Switzerland.
2012
Creative Allies Illustration Competition
Prize Winner
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Event: Soft Touch
Dates: 6 Aug 2022 - 31 Aug 2022
A collection of soft and subtle works of art
Event: Novi Lim: Fluidity In Nature
Dates: 11 Jul 2022 - 5 Aug 2022
Novi Lim is an acrylic painter working out of her studio in North Carolina, USA. Her art practice gives her a means of capturing the essence and subtle elements of the natural world. Her process allows for a lot of freedom, with soft curves, edges, and rhythmic brushstrokes taking shape upon the canvas. The initial flow of movement comes instinctively, followed by the delicate stage of contemplation, detailed work, and layering of different techniques to achieve textural contrast, dimension, and depth.
Novi's practice, both viewing the natural world and putting paint on canvas, allows for a deeper connection. The fluidity of nature finds its way into her psyche, and then out into the world as sensuous creations featuring dynamic line work, translucent atmospheric effects, and a play of light and dark that gives each of her works a quiet intensity.
Event: 311 Gallery x Levitate x Novi Lim
Dates: 1 Sep 2021 - 30 Sep 2021
Solo Art Showcase September 2021
Event: Monohrome
Dates: 1 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2021
National Juried Show
Event: From Women’s Eye
Dates: 1 Mar 2021 - 22 Mar 2021
Virtual Exhibition
March 1 - March 22
Event: December Show
Dates: 7 Dec 2020 - 7 Jan 2021
International Exhibition of Contemporary Art
Event: Something for Everyone
Dates: 1 Dec 2020 - 30 Dec 2020
National Juried Exhibition
Event: Your Place At The Table
Dates: 1 Nov 2020 - 30 Nov 2020
National Juried Exhibition
Biography
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.
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ADC Fine Art Gallery
November 2022
ADC Fine Art Gallery
November 2021
Monochrome
National Juried Show / 311 Gallery, Raleigh NC
July 2021
From Women’s Eye
Virtual Exhbition / Kefi Art Gallery, Toronto CA
March 2021
Ode hivernale
International Exhibition of Contemporary Art
Galerie Sonia Monti, Paris France
December - January 2021
Your Place At The Table
National Juried Show / 311 Gallery, Raleigh, NC
2020
Something for Everyone
National Juried Show / 311 Gallery, Raleigh, NC
2020
The Ultimate Resource Guide to Art Spring 2022
