Don Frost
Canadian
Bio
Don Frost is a sculptor renowned for creating unique and innovative fine art. His approach to art is deeply personal and reflects his belief that “we can only truly focus our mind on the love of one thing, and everything else comes to orbit this single desire.” Choosing art as his path has transformed his life into a continuous creative expression, which he hopes resonates with those who experience his sculptures. He describes the visual impact of his art as akin to listening to great music or experiencing any magnificent creation, emphasizing its uplifting and inspiring qualities.
Born in Peterborough, Canada, Don Frost's artistic journey began early. He won first prize in a citywide art exposition at the age of six and had his first group showing at the Peterborough Public Library at seven. However, it wasn't until grade 10 that he discovered he was color blind, only perceiving primary colors. This revelation redirected his focus solely to sculpture.
In high school, he teamed up with a friend who became his art agent, leading to considerable success in their local area. After a brief stint as a mechanic, Don attended Sheridan Art College and soon made the leap to professional sculptor, receiving a major commission for a 15-foot tall sculpture for a new mall in Peterborough. In 1983, he won a competition for the largest sculpture in Canada, created for the Michael Starr Building in Oshawa.
Don's career flourished as he embraced new artistic opportunities, including a patron in Ottawa who commissioned over 40 sculptures over two decades. His work has reached international audiences, including a recent commission for four large sculptures in a garden at Club Medjulis in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He also contributed to a significant project for King Hussein, designing six relief panels for a 1.6 km wall commemorating Jordan's history, which were accepted by King Abdullah.
Recognized for his distinct artistic voice, Don has received awards from Peterborough County and is commemorated in the Walk of Fame. Today, he works with art representatives across Canada and the United States, continually seeking new creative challenges. As Don puts it, “the act of being a sculptor and continually experiencing the creative challenges in this multidimensional world causes a thought process that spills over into all facets of life, causing the world of the artist to become a work of art.”
Don Frost is a sculptor renowned for creating unique and innovative fine art. His approach to art is deeply personal and reflects his belief that “we can only truly focus our mind on the love of one thing, and everything else comes to orbit this single desire.” Choosing art as his path has transformed his life into a continuous creative expression, which he hopes resonates with those who experience his sculptures. He describes the visual impact of his art as akin to listening to great music or experiencing any magnificent creation, emphasizing its uplifting and inspiring qualities.
Born in Peterborough, Canada, Don Frost's artistic journey began early. He won first prize in a citywide art exposition at the age of six and had his first group showing at the Peterborough Public Library at seven. However, it wasn't until grade 10 that he discovered he was color blind, only perceiving primary colors. This revelation redirected his focus solely to sculpture.
In high school, he teamed up with a friend who became his art agent, leading to considerable success in their local area. After a brief stint as a mechanic, Don attended Sheridan Art College and soon made the leap to professional sculptor, receiving a major commission for a 15-foot tall sculpture for a new mall in Peterborough. In 1983, he won a competition for the largest sculpture in Canada, created for the Michael Starr Building in Oshawa.
Don's career flourished as he embraced new artistic opportunities, including a patron in Ottawa who commissioned over 40 sculptures over two decades. His work has reached international audiences, including a recent commission for four large sculptures in a garden at Club Medjulis in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He also contributed to a significant project for King Hussein, designing six relief panels for a 1.6 km wall commemorating Jordan's history, which were accepted by King Abdullah.
Recognized for his distinct artistic voice, Don has received awards from Peterborough County and is commemorated in the Walk of Fame. Today, he works with art representatives across Canada and the United States, continually seeking new creative challenges. As Don puts it, “the act of being a sculptor and continually experiencing the creative challenges in this multidimensional world causes a thought process that spills over into all facets of life, causing the world of the artist to become a work of art.”
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