Serene Bench

“Serene Bench” invites the viewer into a peaceful corner where nature and comfort gently intertwine. Soft green timber walls, dappled foliage overhead, and muted cushions create an atmosphere of quiet restfulness. Subtle highlights on the hanging lamps and the woven basket add warmth to the cool palette, while the small pair of shoes beneath the bench introduces a tender, human touch. Painted with expressive strokes, textured leaves, and harmonious tones, this artwork evokes a sanctuary of calm—an intimate space where one can pause, breathe, and simply be.

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Nini Ji was born in Qingdao, a beautiful coastal city in China, Nini Ji has been passionate about art since childhood. She established her own art studio in China, where she taught painting to adults and participated in several group and solo exhibitions. Six years ago, she immigrated to Australia, first settling in Adelaide before moving to Hurstbridge, Melbourne, where she has lived for over a year and founded her new art studio.
Nini specializes in interior-themed oil paintings, exploring the quiet beauty and emotional warmth of domestic spaces. Her works often depict subtle light, harmonious colour balance, and the poetry of everyday surroundings. Deeply inspired by the local landscape and natural environment of Hurstbridge and the wider Nillumbik region, she frequently paints outdoors, capturing the atmosphere and rhythm of Australian nature. Her artworks have been collected privately in both China and Australia, reflecting her ability to express intimacy, balance, and harmony through the language of oil painting.