ANNA HAIFISCH

Colorful and humorously absurd artistic narratives by the German comics artist

Anna Haifisch (born 1986) is one of the most recognizable contemporary German comics artists, best known for her series of short comics The Artist. With a humorous touch and a hint of (self-)irony, she explores the perennial struggles of artists, from financial uncertainty to existential doubts about the value of artistic work. Her debut graphic novel, Von Spatz, which has recently been published in Slovenian translation by Stripburger, tackles similar themes. Haifisch’s comics feature anthropomorphic animal characters who navigate the absurdities of everyday life. Her artistic style is characterized by minimalist yet highly expressive line drawings and a vibrant color palette.

Von Spatz is a darkly humorous tale about a sanctuary for troubled artists in the hills of sunny California, where famous authors like Walt Disney, Tomi Ungerer, and Saul Steinberg also end up. Through their struggles, doubts, and disappointments, the comic reveals that romanticized notions of artistic genius are far from reality, reminding us that artists are, after all, only human.

At Tinta, Anna Haifisch will present a solo exhibition at the Alkatraz Gallery and conduct a masterclass. She will also be signing her comics at the festival fair.