Bar with a View – Contemporary Coastal Acrylic on Canvas

Bar with a View invites the viewer to slow down and savour a moment on the coast. Sunlight glances off turquoise waters while a timber-decked bar overlooks the shoreline, creating a scene that feels both intimate and expansive. Layers of textured brushwork and rich acrylic colour build a sense of depth, drawing the eye toward the horizon.

Painted in Australia with professional Amsterdam acrylics, this work reflects Sonal’s contemporary coastal style. It comes framed in a natural timber floating frame, ready to hang and bring a relaxed elegance to any space.

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I’m Sonal Agarwal, the artist behind Abstract by Sonal, a Melbourne‑based studio built around one simple intention: to create art that brings joy. My practice is rooted in expressive colour, layered textures, and intuitive movement — all working together to spark happiness, warmth, and emotional uplift in the viewer.

My work often draws inspiration from botanical and coastal forms, but I never restrict myself to a single theme. Instead, I follow colour, energy, and intuition, allowing each piece to unfold naturally. Whether I’m exploring abstract botanicals or fluid organic shapes, my goal is always the same: to create artwork that radiates positivity and transforms the atmosphere of a space.

I work primarily with high‑quality acrylics and texture mediums, building depth and dimension that invite people to not just see the artwork, but feel it. Every layer is added with intention — to evoke movement, lightness, and a sense of emotional connection.

In 2025, I was honoured to be named a finalist in both the Feel Good Art Prize and the Revival Emerging Artist Award, milestones that reflect my evolving journey as a contemporary artist.

Through Abstract by Sonal, I continue to explore the limitless possibilities of colour and form, creating pieces that celebrate joy, imagination, and the simple pleasure of looking at something that makes you feel good.