Six Months of ANFS: A Journey of Joy, Art, and Heart - Edition 12 of ANFS Newsletters

Today marks a very special milestone—six months of ANFS. What began as a tiny spark of an idea back in August 2025 has now grown into a vibrant, joy-filled creative community. And beautifully, this milestone happens to fall on my late father - Mr. Govind Zunjarwad's birthday, making this reflection even more meaningful. I carry his encouragement and quiet strength with me in every step of this journey.

What started as a simple weekend art class for neighborhood kids has blossomed into a full-fledged art studio—ANFS Art Studio—now home to 16 regular weekly students, countless celebrations, and a growing circle of families who trust ANFS with their creative moments.

In just six months, ANFS has hosted:

• Two public events at Sunnyvale Public Library

- Brush & Bloom, where 40 families filled the room with color, laughter, and blooming roses

- A Teen Mandala Workshop with 15 enthusiastic teens exploring calm and creativity

• Workshops for all ages—ladies’ paint nights, birthday celebrations, remote sessions, teen workshops, seniors’ workshops, and festive kids’ classes for occasions like Diwali

• A steady rhythm of weekly classes that have become a joyful part of so many children’s and adult's routines

When I look back, I’m amazed at the sheer volume of creativity that has flowed through ANFS. The studio has already produced around 250 artworks, each one carrying a story, a smile, or a moment of confidence gained.

Today, as I gathered photos for my portfolio, I counted ~200 images—many of them group photos filled with happy faces, proud artists, and memories I’ll cherish forever.

I feel deeply grateful to every child, parent, friend, and supporter who has been part of this journey—whether you attended a workshop, encouraged me, shared a post, or simply believed in the magic of ANFS. You have shaped this studio as much as I have.

To honor this milestone, I’m launching a new portfolio collection on www.artnfunwithshubhs.com

ANFS Originals

This collection will grow as ANFS grows—a living gallery of the joy, color, and connection created within these walls.

Thank you for being part of this story—whether in big ways or quiet ones. I look forward to the next six months with a full heart, ready to create, celebrate, and continue spreading joy through art. ANFS is just getting started, and I can’t wait to see where this journey leads next.

Sincerely,

Shubhada

Founder and Creative Director, ANFS LLC