After teaching art classes for 10 years in India and raising two kids, Poonam Gupta started Shivalaya Arts in 2008 to refuel her passion in art and inspire others in her community. Having done a lot of vocational courses in drawing and painting in the past, her talents and unique teaching style has attracted students from all around the Bay Area to her art institution over the last 15 years. She has taught 1100+ students a variety of painting and drawing techniques throughout her career and has managed various Paint Parties at private and corporate events.