Thank you for being here and considering a contribution to this personal project that documents the imagination, growth, and shared creativity of five little artists I’ve been lucky to learn from. Together, we’re building something tender and joyful, captured through film photography, videography and art.
Your support helps make this possible. Whether it’s purchasing gift cards from local film labs I love and use, art supplies from our wish lists, or volunteering vendor services or providing recommendations, each gesture fuels this process and keeps the kids creating. All the details and links are listed below!
We’re so grateful you’re part of this journey!
FILM AND POST PRODUCTION SUPPORT (SUPPORT NEEDED)
This project is being captured on analog formats 35mm and Super 8 (while using digital very minimally) to honor the slow, intentional beauty of childhood and the creative process as it unfolds. Film rolls help me photograph their process, while Super 8 cartridges allow me to document their world in motion, frame by frame.
Once captured, the images and footage need to be developed and scanned, a delicate, hands-on process handled by my trusted film labs. Gift cards toward developing and scanning help bring these moments to life and allow me to share them at the exhibit.
Support by purchasing gift cards from film labs that I love:
Any amount of your choosing can be selected and will be used towards purchasing 35mm and 120mm film rolls and processing / scans specifically for this project (photos).
Details for electronic gift card:
Recipient Name: Nimmi Thomas
Recipient Email: nimmimalaickal@gmail.com
CALLING LOCAL VENDORS & COLLABORATORS
As we prepare for The Wonder Years exhibit, we’re looking to partner with generous, like-hearted vendors who’d like to be part of this celebration of childhood creativity and community. If you’re building your brand, want to give back, or simply resonate with the heart of this project, we’d love to connect and collaborate. This is a community-rooted effort and your contribution would make the experience all the more special.
We’re currently seeking:
Food & Drink Vendors – Catering services, restaurants, or pop-ups that can provide kid and adult-friendly light bites or non-alcoholic beverages (think: boba tea bar, juice, mocktails) during the event in September.
Venue Support – A gallery or flexible event space in Manhattan or Brooklyn that can welcome ~100 guests and accommodate photo, video, and mixed-media displays. We’re hoping to transform the space into an immersive gallery experience.
Merch Partners – Someone with experience printing and producing high-quality merchandise who can help us bring our limited-run designs to life (think t-shirts, tote bags, caps and stickers).
If you’d like to volunteer your time or services or want to provide recommendations, please click the “Contact” link below and shoot us an email to chat more.
ART SUPPLIES FOR THE FIVE ARTISTS — COMPLETED!
Endless thank you to each and every person who contributed via the wish lists!!!
These materials help bring our creative sessions to life, from paint, crayons and brushes to glue sticks and canvases. Each item on these wish lists has been thoughtfully chosen to support the kids’ imaginations and give them the freedom to build, explore, and express their worlds. Your contribution goes directly into their hands, fueling afternoons filled with curiosity, collaboration, and color.