Beneath the Frozen Suns
Don Kilpatrick III
In his new solo exhibition, Don Kilpatrick, III explores themes of dormancy and renewal, where stillness becomes a space for quiet transformation. Inspired by the torn title page of The Land of the Frozen Suns, this body of work reflects a personal journey through trauma, healing, and self-discovery. Water, regeneration, and kintsugi serve as metaphors for resilience, while fragments of old book titles weave into the narrative, bridging past and present. Beneath the Frozen Suns embodies the paradox of frozen light—hidden potential waiting to thaw, emerge, and illuminate once more.
DON KILPATRICK III
Donald Kilpatrick III earned his M.A. in Illustration from Syracuse University in 2006 and moved to Detroit in 2007 to join the faculty of CCS in traditional and digital illustration; he became department chair in 2010. A successful freelance illustrator, Kilpatrick's work has been featured in publications such as Fortune, the L.A. Times, and the Wall Street Journal. He was involved in the design of the 2002 Olympic medal for the Salt Lake City Winter Games. He has received numerous awards from organizations such as The Society of Illustrators. He has exhibited his artwork in cities including New York, Philadelphia, and Miami. Kilpatrick is a founding member of The Detroit Wood Type Co., and Signal Return.
DON KILPATRICK III
Acrylic Gouache on Ampersand Gesso Board
5 × 7 inches
Mounted to 6 × 8 inch base