Thank you to Capilano University for selecting me paint a mural at kálax-ay the Sunshine Coast Campus in Sechelt BC. Thank you for the help and support of Vancouver Mural Festival for organizing the production.
The Eagle is a symbol of courage, strength and determination. It is the most dominant and respected of the West Coast birds because of its large powerful wings, talons, iconic beak and legendary eyesight. I felt it was the perfect animal to represent and inspire all students at kálax-ay the Sunshine Coast Campus to achieve their goals. The blue background was chosen to create a connection to the Sky and to brighten and uplift the campus and surrounding neighbourhood.
WILDLIFE.
Check out the packaging designs I did for Wildlife Cannabis.
Safe & Sound Festival.
Thx to Safe & Sound Festival and Ron Akews for inviting me to Live paint August 24-25th 2018. This piece was inspired by my love of Dr.Doom and MF Doom.
Nitro Snowboards.
Check out my collaboration with Nitro Snowboards on these 2018 Team Bindings.
Snak the Ripper.
I created an album cover for legendary Vancouver Rapper Snak the Ripper.
Sea Wolves.
Commissioned by Beachcomber Coffee. The rare Sea Wolf is a BC Native and more of a beachcomber than a forest dweller. 90% of their diet is from the Ocean- Seafood Buffet.
Group Show in Vancouver.
Please join me for a one night only Group Show Rad Hombres on October 20th at The Space in Yaletown, Vancouver. 1063 Hamilton St.
Skateboarding Rules.
I was invited by VANS to paint Hastings Skate bowl for the Vans Park Series this summer. Blazing heat, good times and lots of inspiration alongside some great visual artists and skateboard legends. The event also coincided with the release of my collaboration with KITSCH Skateboards. Check out my Ghost Eyes wheels and Samurai skateboard.
Photo of Sluggo by Corby Walters.
Supplied by 1964.
Today, it is the legalization and democratization of cannabis that is re-opening the dialogue for change in our society. This type of paradigm shift is at the core of the Supplied by 1964 brand ethos, as they strive to be a driving force in the conversations to come. I was asked to Illustrate my interpretation of the strain Trainwreak. This image portrays the the distortion of time and appears on the product packaging. Visit their website to find out more and see the rest of the amazing artist series on the different Marihuana strains.
Coast Run Wild.
Original artwork for my T-shirt design on the Coast Run Wild campaign created by my friends at Postmark Brewing and Pacific Wild. All profits from the sale of shirts will be donated to Pacific Wilds efforts to stop the trophy hunting of Grizzly Bears.
Interview.
Recently I was interviewed by my friend/artist TEKST about what its like being an independent artist. Please take a look and have a read.
Ben Tour @ The Gumboot.
Wrapping up a great year (artistically, not politically) with an Art Show at the Gumboot Cafe in the heart of beautiful Roberts Creek BC on the Sunshine Coast.
During the 1960's U.S. Draft Dodgers settled in Roberts Creek. It is also well known for several communes formed during that time. It's a beautiful place that hasn't changed much in the 15 years I've been visiting. There are still not many street lights or a gas station in town. Thats fine by me.
I've created a series of self directed mixed-media paintings which coalesce my love of illustration and contemporary art.
November 19th - January 1st. Contact me directly to enquire about available works.
JUXTAPOZ X Mozilla X Ben Tour.
I was asked to transform Mozilla's Vancouver Office and continue JUXTAPOZ's collaboration series of murals around the world. What else but a Fox. Thank you to everyone involved. This image and article is also featured in the December 2016 issue of Juxtapoz Magazine.
New Skateboards.
Grab yourself my new Wolf skateboard in my Shop. These badboys are all 8"- 7 ply Canadian Maple in natural colour. Made in Canada. These look good hanging on a wall or under your feet. Your choice.
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1st Annual Vancouver Mural Festival.
Massive Thanks to the Vancouver Mural Festival and my Pal the immensely talented Andrew Young for inviting me to participate in the 1st annual event. My Dire Wolves are located behind 49th Parallel Coffee on Main Street in Vancouver. Go have a look at The Festivals website to find all the Murals locations along Main Street.
Shout out to Craig 13 and Jonathan Dy for the photos.
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