Charles Mulford’s sculptures explore the complex emotions surrounding anxiety through the lens of humor. Cartoon figures, 3D-modeled objects, and scans of human heads act as vehicles for theatrical narratives. Mired in tragic circumstances, the characters express their feelings about illness, and death. Exaggerated scenes capture a sense of unease, reflecting the stress and vulnerability of anxiety. The result is a visual representation of a tortuous and sometimes humorous world.
Charles Mulford
Shared Meal
3D printed bioplastic
" My sculpture depicts familiar events and emotions in an unfamiliar way. A twist of the unreal is incorporated into these scenes. Themes are illustrated with sympathy toward the characters, portraying moments of sadness or elation, and an individual's struggles. "
– Charles Mulford
About the artist
Charles Mulford
Charles Mulford’s sculptures explore the complex emotions surrounding anxiety through the lens of humor. Cartoon figures, 3D-modeled objects, and scans of human heads act as vehicles for theatrical narratives. Mired in tragic circumstances, the characters express their feelings about illness, and death. Exaggerated scenes capture a sense of unease, reflecting the stress and vulnerability of anxiety. The result is a visual representation of a tortuous and sometimes humorous world.