ELENA ANUFRIYEVA
“I will feel truly fulfilled if my paintings help bringing out the elusive yet omnipresent harmony of the world in your eyes, heart and soul.” A professional translator and psychologist, and an avid traveler, Elena has always been fascinated by what is over there beyond the horizon. Her lifelong passion is Greece with its breathtaking views, vibrant colors, unique architecture, deep spirituality, and the ever-present gatoules – cats. Being a self-taught painter with a strong calling, Elena highly appreciates the transformative power of art. Harmonious color combinations and dreamy moods in her works lift one above daily anxieties and bring to safe and happy places, providing thus a kind of healing therapy. The media and techniques she uses vary from acrylics to oils, from smooth to rough textures - but the message is always the same: sticking with the timeless is the ultimate recipe for happiness. Celebrate the here and now, be fully present in the moment: no sadness from the past, no worries about the future. This is a very simple yet powerful philosophy that the artist is trying to transmit through her paintings. Originally from Ukraine and currently residing in Germany, Elena has participated in international exhibitions and won prizes, and in December 2023 was chosen as the Featured Artist of Aedra Fine Arts Gallery (New Jersey, USA). |