Over two years ago, a subtle tug at my sleeve during a visit to Museum London ignited what would become a dedicated pursuit. My wife and I found ourselves circling back to one work of art again and again during the Up With Art event, bidding in the silent auction until — to our complete delight — the piece came home with us. It now hangs in our collection, but that evening was only the first step on a far longer journey into the life and work of Rudolf Bikkers.

The Benz Gallery is proud to partner with the estate of Rudolf Bikkers, a celebrated Canadian artist and educator with strong ties to London, Ontario. Bikkers was a painter, printmaker, and entrepreneur whose distinctive style and significant influence on contemporary art continue to resonate.

Wow!!! What an unforgettable night we had at the opening of the Scared Stiff Exhibition! 🎃

If you missed the opening, don’t worry—the exhibition runs until October 31st, so there’s still plenty of time to immerse yourself in all the incredible work.

The exhibition is also now available online though our website, Come by and get spooked in the best way possible! 👻

💥 HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT 💥

We are beyond thrilled to bring back our annual Halloween show, and this year’s lineup is absolutely killer! 🎃 With the incredible help of @the_art_of_sarah_legault, we’ve gathered an all-star lineup from across the country.

Mark your calendars for October 11th, 6pm-10pm, and get ready for exclusive originals, artist proof posters, limited edition screen prints, and jaw-dropping 3D sculptures. Dive into the spooky magic with these talented creators:

@sara_deck_art
@phantomcitycreative
@mattryan
@ghoulishgary
@richardakirk
@theartofmypetskeleton
@the_art_of_sarah_legault
@anitakunz
@artpanth
@allvisualfx
@kaneartstudios
@jamiemkjardine
@dan_tamborro

as a huge fan and collector of this genre myself, I can’t wait to see you there. Stay tuned—more surprises are lurking just around the corner! 🎃🔪

Poster design by @thelastjohnyontheleft

The show opens Friday, May 10th from 6pm-10pm. (Opening Reception)

Saturday - Open from 10-5pm (Gordon will be painting live at the gallery)

Sunday - Open from 10-5pm (Gordon will be painting live at the gallery)

We’ve been keeping this one under wraps for quite awhile as we waited for the new work to dry, but we want to give a very warm welcome to Laura Woermke as she joins The Benz Gallery!!!

💥New Artist Announcement💥Beyond excited to announce Vancouver Artist Janice Beaudoin aka @jancat will be joining @thebenzgallery We have been following Janice’s work over the last few years and keeping a close eye on what she’s been up to. She was recently selected as one of the top picks from the Vancouver Interior Design show by well-known Canadian designer Alykhan Velji Designs and multiple pieces have been purchased by Aritzia for their storefronts.Primarily an abstract painter, using abstract shapes that often fuse themselves with figurative elements and sometimes veering towards something representational.Janice’s work has been shipped from her studio and is currently on the way!!! You can sign up now under her section on our website and be the first to know when the work is available.WE ARE EXCITED 🎉🎉

Beyond excited to announce “CROSSING PATHS”, a dual solo show featuring all new Paintings AND Ceramics from @shane_norrie_artist and @carolfinkbeinerthomas

This will be our biggest show to date as these two artists are taking over the whole gallery to showcase what they have been working on so far this year 😳. It will feature landscape and abstract paintings in each artists unique style.