Support of the Arts
As a proud supporter of London's arts scene, we collaborate with local artists and organizations to showcase vibrant art installations, from the UNESCO City of Music Mural and Masterpiece London, to our ongoing partnership with the London Arts Council on rotating exhibits at The Gallery at RBC Place London.
UNESCO City of Music Mural
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On March 29, 2023, the City of London, London Arts Council and RBC Place London celebrated the unveiling of the newly installed London UNESCO City of Music Mural located in the lobby of RBC Place London.
The mural was created by local artist Tova Hasiwar through the City of London’s Public Art and Monument Program in partnership with the London Arts Council and RBC Place London. As a UNESCO City of Music, London is a distinguished and unique hub for creativity, which is signified through the bold and bright design of this piece.
- About the Artist: Tova Hasiwar
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Tova Hasiwar is a multidisciplinary artist based out of London, Ontario. Hasiwar is known for her distinctive work style that is graphic and concise in nature, paying homage to pop art using bold clean lines and vivid colours while challenging the conventional approach to design. Google, Nike, Alibi Entertainment, Huron County, TIFF, Pride Toronto, Nuit Blanche and MST Industries are just some of the companies and organizations Hasiwar has worked with in the past.
- About the Public Art and Monument Program
The City of London’s Public Art and Monument Program facilitates the creation of public art in London, which bolsters civic pride, provides focal points for community celebration, creates meaningful employment for artists and attracts tourism and investment.
Learn More- UNESCO City of Music Designation
On November 8, 2021, the City of London was recognized as Canada’s first UNESCO City of Music, joining the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN). UCCN strives to promote cooperation with and among cities that have identified creativity as a strategic factor for sustainable urban development.
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The Gallery at RBC Place London: A Partnership to Promote Local Artists
In response to demand from local artists for exhibition space and to promote and celebrate our talented local artists, the London Arts Council and the City of London Culture Services have collaborated with RBC Place London to pilot The Gallery program at RBC Place London as part of our London Arts Live (LAL) program offerings.
The purpose of The Gallery is to promote the work of artists and creators residing in London and surrounding First Nations to display original artworks for exhibition, with sales opportunities, on highly prominent and specially designated wall space within this municipally owned building.
- Current Exhibition: Jazz Resonance: Notes from the Thames
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Olukayode (Kay) Ojo is a Nigerian-born Canadian artist whose work blends contemporary and traditional African influences into a bold, abstract expressionist style.
A graduate of the University of Benin, where he studied under renowned contemporary art masters, Kay earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with First Class Honours. His art is defined by spontaneity, loose brushstrokes, and emotive storytelling.
His paintings have been exhibited in prestigious venues, including the 2022 Art à la Carte exhibition at the Legislative Building in Toronto. His works are also held in the collections of Museum London and The Art Emporium in Port Stanley.
He has painted portraits of notable figures, including former Nigerian President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo.Image
2025 Visiting Dates/Hours
Sept. 26 | 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Sept. 27 | 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Sept. 29 | 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Sept. 30 | 10:00am - 4:00pmOct. 3 | 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Oct. 4 | 8:00am - 10:00pm
Oct. 9 | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Oct. 10 | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Oct. 11 | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Oct. 23 | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Oct. 24 | 8:00am - 5:00pm
Oct. 25 | 8:00am - 3:00pmNov. 3 | 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Nov. 11 | 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Nov. 15 | 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Nov. 21 | 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Nov. 22 | 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Nov. 24 | 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Nov. 25 | 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Nov. 26 | 11:00am - 4:00pm
Nov. 28 | 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Nov. 29 | 1:00pm - 6:00pmDec 12 | 4pm-10pm
- Past Featured Artists
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For the first exhibition of the pilot stage, The Gallery featured artworks created by Tricia Edgar, a well-known local visual artist, artist educator, and a long-standing LAL artist.
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Our second exhibition Maehwa (매화), Plum Blossom featured artworks created by Byungjin Choi, a highly experienced Korean visual artist who specializes in various forms of traditional Korean painting.
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Our third exhibition was created by Johnnene Maddison, a local visual artist. Johnnene has been a professional exhibiting artist in Canada and the U.S. for over 40 years. Her recent work is about her thoughts and her imagination.
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Our fourth exhibit featured works by Chris Allaway is a self-taught fabric and textile artist who has dedicated the last decade to honing her craft. Allaway lives and works in London. When she is not diligently working on numerous projects in her studio gleaned from over 150 bolts of fabric, she is immersing herself in nature.
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Our latest in-house exhibit was from Ani Sarian, a local visual artist. Born in Damascus, Syria, Ani Sarian is of Armenian descent. From an early age, she found solace in painting, using art to express her inner thoughts and emotions. For Sarian, art serves as a refuge—a safe space where she can process and understand the world around her.
- Visit the Gallery
The Gallery at RBC Place London is open for public viewing most Thursdays* from 11am-2pm, or during any public event.
*We recommend calling our front desk at 519-661-6200 or emailing info [at] rbcplacelondon.com (info[at]rbcplacelondon[dot]com) to confirm the Gallery is open before your visit.
Masterpiece London Graffiti Art
Featuring five critically-acclaimed muralists from London and across Ontario and Canada, Masterpiece London enriched the outdoor urban space on the north side of RBC Place London. In 2018, the space under the pedway bridge on RBC Place London's King Street Patio, was transformed into a lively community space that featured live music, food trucks, family programming, a night market of 25 vendors, and the unveiling of five new murals painted on the skyway.
- Meet the Artists
