Patric Stillman is a contemporary figurative painter whose work explores queer identity, personal legacy and cultural storytelling. For Stillman, painting is an act of preservation holding narratives that might otherwise be erased. Shaped by lived experience, loss, resilience and reflection, his work transforms memory into meaning.

An early breakthrough series, Brotherhood Tarot, established his exploration of queer archetype and intimacy. His practice continues to evolve with a dedication towards creating Legacy artworks examining identity, childhood and the memories we carry through adulthood.

In 2014, Stillman founded The Studio Door, extending his studio philosophy into community. What began as a gallery has become a vital contemporary art space in San Diego’s LGBTQ Cultural District , grounded in the belief of community engagement and B2B creativity.

His work is held in permanent institutional collections and in private collections across the United States and internationally.

Stillman is also host of Beyond Gallery Walls and writes a recurring arts column for The WORD San Diego. He is also a member of National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, San Diego Tourism Authority, San Diego Equality Business Association and Pride Point Network.

He lives and works in San Diego with his husband.