Maria Sandström's art explores the deeply human elements that often go unnoticed. She uses humor and absurdity to scratch the surface of the simple and banal, revealing a deeper, almost transcendent truth beneath. Her playful depictions of apes and other human-like expressions reflect on life's inherent absurdity, showing how, despite our constant attempts to understand the world, we remain as perplexed as ever. Maria’s work strikes a balance between lightheartedness and depth, offering a reminder that by laughing at our own absurdity, we might just uncover something meaningful.