Don Fritz busts out two series of drawings that at first glance may seem congruent but only in Fritz’s iconic stylistic approach to composition. Often his drawings involve layers and layers of discombobulated iconography, figures and text, all hinting towards a larger story filled with many complexities and layers.

The first series is Sugar and Spice, based around a 50’s childhood juxtaposed against the background of a brewing Cold War sentiment, emerging neo-liberal ideals, and attempts at holding up fundamentalist traditions. Many of his children emulating the perky and innocence of a Precious Moments figurine than actual children, furthering this satirical difference.

The other series is Demon and Dolls, taking a dirtier turn as Don Fritz satirizes Mexican pulp fiction and comics. These comics, not unlike the lowbrow pulp of other countries, are beyond exaggerated, both in character design and plot.