Stephan Dybus wobbly, unpredictable 3D characters are here to make you chuckle [Video]

Although somewhat sporadic and surprising, the artist’s animations follow some strict rules: “My characters are always simplistic, so the viewer can easily transport themselves into the works and the characters’ situation” Stephan tells us. This unmistakable human quality to each of his plasticine-like figures is something that the artist believes is key in achieving a sense of connection with his audience as well as a great sense of humour in his work: “As humans we are very sensitive to the movement of a thing […] when an artificial character does these movements, it triggers a reaction in us, we see something strangely familiar,” he explains.

Subjected to the real and messy laws of physics, dealing with spilling liquid simulations, Stephan’s characters are rarely completely in control of themselves in his 3D environments. Whilst light and humorous to observe, they do often leave you sympathising with a somewhat existential suffering, as …