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Simple Pleasures: Sonia Shetty - Novi, MI

Sonia Shetty is an oil painter whose work celebrates the quiet beauty of everyday life. Inspired by simple, familiar moments—her paintings reflect a deep appreciation for warmth, color, and the emotional resonance of ordinary spaces.

Sonia is drawn to the medium’s richness and versatility, allowing her to build layered textures and luminous surfaces. Her style blends realism with illustrative art, capturing not only the physical details of her subjects but evoking a sense of whimsy and joy.

After stepping away from a previous career in software quality, she returned to painting with renewed focus, building her artistic practice from where she had left off. Through her work, she aims to create pieces that feel approachable and uplifting—art that brings a sense of comfort and joy into everyday environments. 

Drawing from still life and interiors, the works in her exhibition titled Simple Pleasures, invite viewers to slow down and rediscover the richness of simple, often overlooked details. Each painting captures a sense of warmth and familiarity, blending color, texture, and light to evoke comfort, nostalgia, and joy. From floral arrangements to rustic indoor scenes, the pieces reflect an appreciation for life’s small but meaningful pleasures.

Aug 5  - October 15