Ann Iren Buan (b. 1984) lives and works in Oslo. In her practice, Buan explores the notions of decay and destruction through drawing and sculpture. Monumental, fragile, and haptic, her work investigates the materiality of drawing through a three-dimensional sculptural expression. Her sculptures appear to be in a continuous state of ruination, a fact further rein­forced by her choice of fragile and vulne­rable materials. Seemingly on the brink of collapse, the works insist on a continued exis­tence and are often used as elements in new artworks in a cycle of decay and renewal. Colour is an impor­tant aspect in her practice, and she often works with deep and intense hues of colour. To the artist, the colour itself is charged with emotions and qualities: they might be blustery, tempting, or sorrowful, always stating a temper that evokes a certain set of emotions. Buan’s work reminds us of the fragile messiness of our existence.