{"title":"Lily","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to Lily’s Handmade Art store.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLily creates each artwork by hand in Australia using soft pastels and traditional art materials. Her paintings are inspired by peaceful landscapes, nature, night skies and meaningful moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn April 2025, Lily experienced a severe brain stroke that dramatically changed her life. Before her stroke, she was right-handed. The stroke significantly affected the right side of her body, and she can no longer use her right hand to draw or paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs part of her recovery, Niloo began learning to create art using her left hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery painting in this store has therefore been drawn, blended and carefully finished with the hand that was once her non-dominant hand. What began as part of her recovery has gradually become a way for her to express herself, develop new skills and regain a sense of independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreating a single artwork can require considerable patience and concentration, but Niloo continues to practise and develop her own style with every piece she makes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach artwork is individually handmade. These are genuine physical artworks—not digital prints or mass-produced products. Some of Lily’s earlier pieces were created while learning pastel techniques through online tutorials, and these are described transparently where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI (her husband) assist Lily with the administrative side of the store, including listings, customer communication and arranging orders, while the artworks themselves are created by Niloo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy purchasing one of her paintings, you are not only receiving a handmade piece of art; you are supporting Lily as she continues rebuilding her creative independence and developing as an artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThank you for visiting and supporting Australian handmade art.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"quiet-ascent-hand-painted-pastel-mountain-landscape-framed-artwork-by-lily","title":"Quiet Ascent – Hand-Painted Pastel Mountain Landscape | Framed Artwork by Lily","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuiet Ascent is a peaceful hand-painted pastel artwork inspired by the stillness and beauty of the mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo tiny figures make their way through the snowy landscape beneath a clear blue sky, surrounded by towering peaks and the quiet of nature. To Lily, this piece represents something deeper than a mountain scene — it is about moving forward, one small step at a time, even when the path ahead feels long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully created by hand using soft pastels, every mark and texture has its own character. The artwork is presented in a simple white frame, ready to bring a feeling of calm, hope and quiet strength into your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA meaningful piece for anyone who loves mountains, nature, adventure, or the idea that every journey begins with another step.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand-painted with patience, care and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a physical handmade artwork, not a print or digital reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lily","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51560589984050,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/3150\/0338\/files\/g4rh3_png.png?v=1786454503"},{"product_id":"moonlit-stillness-hand-painted-pastel-girl-on-swing-framed-night-artwork-by-lily","title":"Moonlit Stillness – Hand-Painted Pastel Girl on Swing | Framed Night Artwork by Lily","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are moments when the world becomes quiet enough for us to hear our own thoughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoonlit Stillness captures one of those moments — a solitary figure sitting peacefully on a swing beneath an old tree, looking across the water under the gentle light of the moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe soft blue tones, distant water and night sky create a calm and reflective atmosphere. Lily painted this piece as a reminder that being alone does not always mean being lonely. Sometimes stillness gives us the space we need to dream, remember, heal and begin again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery part of this artwork has been carefully created by hand using pastels and traditional art materials, then placed in a clean white frame ready for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt would make a beautiful addition to a quiet bedroom, reading space, study or any place where you want to create a feeling of peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade slowly, thoughtfully and with love by Lily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a handmade physical artwork, not a printed reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lily","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51570458624306,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/3150\/0338\/files\/1ws50r9_png.png?v=1786699096"},{"product_id":"together-hand-painted-pastel-couple-at-sunset-framed-romantic-artwork-by-lily","title":"Together – Hand-Painted Pastel Couple at Sunset | Framed Romantic Artwork by Lily","description":"\u003cp\u003eTogether is a warm and heartfelt pastel painting about companionship, love and simply having someone beside you as you walk through life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAgainst a glowing golden sunset, two figures stand hand in hand on a green hillside while birds pass quietly through the sky. The scene is simple, but its message is universal — life may change around us, but sharing the journey with someone we love can make even uncertain roads feel a little easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLily created this artwork by hand, carefully blending the warm yellow and orange sky before adding the silhouetted figures and delicate details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented in a modern white frame, it is ready to display and would make a meaningful gift for a partner, anniversary, wedding, engagement or simply for someone who means more than words can say.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA small reminder that sometimes the most important thing is not where we are going, but who is walking beside us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand-painted with care and love by Lily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine physical artwork, not a print or digital reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Madeit, I particularly like “Quiet Ascent,” “Moonlit Stillness,” and “Together” as a collection because the three names subtly tell a story: keep moving, find peace, and hold onto the people you love.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lily","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51570471239986,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/3150\/0338\/files\/1q3ehv3_png.png?v=1786699289"},{"product_id":"golden-stillness","title":"Golden Stillness","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quiet moment beneath a glowing sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hand-painted pastel artwork captures a solitary figure resting on a green hillside as the warm golden light stretches across the horizon. There is something peaceful about simply sitting still, letting the world slow down and allowing yourself a moment to just be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery layer of colour has been blended with patience and care. The warm yellows and soft orange tones make this a gentle, uplifting piece for a bedroom, reading corner or peaceful space in the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA small artwork with a simple message: sometimes the quietest moments stay with us the longest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal physical artwork hand-painted with love by Lily.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lily","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51618798272818,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/3150\/0338\/files\/1ljr0br_png.png?v=1787308370"},{"product_id":"beneath-the-same-sky","title":"Beneath the Same Sky","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike night, a bride and groom, and a quiet moment beneath the glow of a lamppost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbove them, a full moon rests in a deep blue sky, surrounded by a soft purple aurora that gives the night an almost magical atmosphere. The cool moonlight gently fills the scene while the two silhouettes stand together beneath the stars — as though, for a moment, the whole world has become still.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hand-painted pastel artwork is Lily’s interpretation of love as something both intimate and infinite: two people choosing one another beneath a sky much larger than themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe layers of blue and violet were carefully blended by hand to create the dreamy nighttime atmosphere, with the full moon, stars and gentle light adding a sense of quiet romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA meaningful piece for a wedding, engagement or anniversary — or simply for two people who have found someone they want beside them under every sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand-painted with patience, care and love by Lily.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lily","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51618851258674,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/3150\/0338\/files\/1x065on_png.png?v=1787310190"},{"product_id":"where-dreams-begin","title":"Where Dreams Begin","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quiet night shaped by imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hand-painted pastel artwork forms the side profile of a human face within the landscape itself — as though the night sky, crescent moon and dark pine trees are part of a dream unfolding inside the mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe deep blue atmosphere surrounds the profile with a sense of stillness and wonder, while the moon and stars suggest thoughts, memories and possibilities drifting through the night.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo Lily, this piece reflects the private world we all carry within us — the place where memories, hopes and dreams quietly take shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lily","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51618869051698,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/3150\/0338\/files\/hbr067_png.png?v=1787310897"}],"url":"https:\/\/madeit.surf\/collections\/lily.oembed","provider":"Madeit Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}