Puro II (2022) Painting by Anni Vahlqvist

Anni Vahlqvist is a colorblind Finnish artist. She has studied painting Pori School of Art and Turku University of Applied Sciences(Culture and Art’s Master’s degree). In 2022 Anni graduated as solution-focused art therapy. She work mainly with watercolors and oil paints. She also uses natural materials to make the vibrant colors and textures in her paintings. Anni is also an illustrator. Anni's special skills are digital art and she is curious to try new technologies like a augmented reality (AR)- and artificial intelligence (AI) -technologies.
Anni is fascinated by humanity and the complex levels associated with it.
"Modern people are too busy to stop by themselves or enjoy the flowers on the side of the road or look at the flowing river. In my works, I often describe everyday things from a child's point of view, because children know how to be happy even in small things. Adults should stay more childlike."

Anni's works often move on the interface between abstract and performing art. In addition, she combines drawing and symbolism in her works. Anni participates in exhibitions every year. She has been awarded grants. She is also from Pori artists' association and Solution-focused art therapists ry member. Anni has been painting since she was a child.

• Nationality: FINLAND
• Date of birth : unknown date
• Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
• Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary Finnish Artists