Calvin Ma
Biography
I utilize the action figure form in my sculptural work to explore personal issues and struggles with social anxiety. As an adult, I face difficulties in the social environment. Meeting new people, being in the company of strangers, crowds, peers and intermittently among friends and family brings about a heightened nervousness that takes over and impedes my ability to function socially. Even as a child I was reserved and apprehensive, so I turned to toys to keep me entertained. I believe the tactile activity of playing with them coupled with my active imagination helped establish this passion for the action figure early on. There was something about picking up your favorite hero or villain and creating stories and adventures that captivated me. It felt only natural to tap into this childlike sense of exploration and storytelling through my artwork.
Designed Toy Releases
These are toys designed by Calvin.
Toy Series Participation
These are toys that Calvin has lent his design skills to.
Customs
These are one-off, or very limited, pieces.
- Bear head for Bear in Mind, 2016
- Piece(s) for Tenebrous, 2014
- Fonzo - custom for Fonzo Loves California, 2013
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