December 2025 Highlights from ANFS Studio - Edition 11 ANFS Newsletter
- Shubhada Zunjarwad
- Dec 27, 2025
- 3 min read
Welcome to a dazzling December recap from ANFS Studio, where every brushstroke told a story and every smile sparked a new connection! As the year winds down, we’re bursting with gratitude for the vibrant creativity and joyful moments shared by our incredible community. Dive in and relive the magic that made this month truly unforgettable!
🕌 Partner Workshop: Taj Mahal Magic
Hema and Rajendra completed their stunning Taj Mahal split-canvas painting. This lovey-dovey couple spent a cozy Saturday afternoon perfectly dividing tasks and polishing their masterpiece.
👑 Metallic Dream Castles
Sara, Ira, Ira, Abhira, and Nithya immersed themselves in bold metallics and glitter, painting their dream castles and lighting up the studio with color and sparkle.
🌸 Romantic Patio with UMBC Friends
Old friends and couples from UMBC joined us for a romantic patio painting—flowers, plants, and a dark blue ocean-facing door. Laughter filled the studio as this work-in-progress blossomed.
🦅 Eagle Painting by Abir
Abir, a middle schooler from Cupertino, painted a fierce and bold eagle with fearless strokes—finishing in record time.
🌷 Tulips in Oil by Trupti & Divya
Their first oil painting project bloomed with elegance—colorful tulips glowing with richness and depth.
🎉 Birthday Celebration: Zen Pond & Friendship
Rupal organized a birthday celebration for Manali, where the ladies painted a Zen pond. Handmade fridge magnets with quotes about friendship added a personal touch.
🌉 Golden Gate Bridge by Aakash & Aditya
These twin boys mastered acrylic layering and perspective while painting the Golden Gate Bridge. Cotton ball skies and confident strokes made this a standout moment.
🖼️ Alfredo & Lily’s SF Highlights
This lovely couple joined us for two Sundays, painting San Francisco scenes and a winter landscape. Their focus and dedication were inspiring.
🏙️ Big Canvas Adventure with Stocklemier Girls
Ira, Sara, Abhira, Nithya, and Ira began their first 16x20 canvas painting of San Francisco. We explored blending, stippling, geometric buildings, and sponge brushes.
🎨 Arya’s Inspired Creation
Arya from Mitty High School spent her Saturday painting from within—no references, just pure inspiration.
🖌️ Rana’s Private Lessons
Rana from Stocklemier Elementry School at Sunnyvale, joined private lessons and has already completed two acrylic paintings with confident, adaptive strokes.
🌹 ArtSpree Adults Batch
Shantanu, Prajakta, and Hema worked on their paintings. Prajakta’s rose with dew drops is complete.
❄️ Winter Scene by Ira & Abir
During winter break, Ira and Abir painted a snowy landscape, embracing the season with creativity.
👨👩👧👧 Family Bonding with Claire, Alana & Kayla
This first-of-its-kind family workshop brought Claire and her daughters together for a joyful evening of painting.
🧘♂️ Buddha Painting by Dr. Mamta
Dr. Mamta’s Buddha painting is coming to life with her meticulous blending and serene focus.
🎄 Christmas Day with Teens
The studio was filled with cheer and holiday spirit as teens gathered to paint and celebrate together.
👶 Welcome Madhav!
Our youngest member, five-year-old Madhav, brings joy, giggles, and rhymes to the studio. His love for painting is infectious.
❄️ Wrapping Up with Winter Break Camp
We’re ending the year with a four-hour immersive Winter Break Camp for kids on December 28th. We can’t wait to create more magic together!
🎉 Happy New Year from ANFS Studio
To our incredible ANFS family—your creativity and spirit have truly lit up our studio this year! As we step into 2026, let’s carry forward the magic, the laughter, and the endless inspiration. Here’s to new colors, new stories, and unforgettable moments waiting just around the corner.
Thank you for being the heart of our community. We can’t wait to create, connect, and celebrate with you all in the coming year. See you soon, with brushes ready and hearts open!
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Very interesting and colorful endeavors at ANFS studio in December. Wishing team ANFS a very cheerful, wonderful and fulfilling new year 2026!!