Anke Neufing is a self-taught artist who works primarily with acrylic and watercolor, often incorporating gold leaf and epoxy resin. Her technique blends collage elements, vibrant colors, and the joyful spirit of “Happy Painting,” resulting in luminous, textured compositions full of life. Drawing inspiration from childhood imagination, animal figures, and spontaneity, she seeks to convey a contagious sense of energy and optimism. Through each painting, she aims to awaken the viewer's inner sense of wonder, instinctive joy, and creative freedom — an invitation to reconnect with pure emotion and playfulness.




Keywords: joyful, colorful, expressive, animal art, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, gold leaf, contemporary figurative art, Strassenköter style, happy painting style.