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Rookleys Bringing renowned Canadian art to Niagara
Specializing in the Group of Seven & their contemporaries
Fun, educational videos & exhibitions

Rookleys Canadian Art Gallery is nestled in the cozy village of Ridgeway, Ontario. We proudly offer an extensive collection that showcases the rich tapestry of Canada's artistic heritage. Whether you're a seasoned collector or new to the art scene, we provide both enriching experiences and tailored assistance for those interested in consignments, or purchases.

J. E. H. MacDonald (1873–1932) was one of the founding members of the Group of Seven, a group of Canadian artists who ca...
09/22/2026

J. E. H. MacDonald (1873–1932) was one of the founding members of the Group of Seven, a group of Canadian artists who came together in 1920 to develop a distinct approach to Canadian landscape painting.

Before becoming a full-time painter, MacDonald worked as a commercial artist and designer. He also played an important role in supporting younger Canadian artists and encouraging the development of a national art tradition.

His influence extended beyond his own paintings. MacDonald taught at the Ontario College of Art and helped shape the next generation of Canadian artists.

Swipe through to see three works by J. E. H. MacDonald from our collection.

We’re excited to be showcasing paintings by J. E. H. MacDonald at Art Toronto 2026, October 29–November 1, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

📍 J.E.H. MacDonald, Artist and Easel, 1913, oil on panel, 7 x 9 in
📍 J.E.H. MacDonald, Humber River (Summer Landscape), 1902, oil on canvas, laid on board, 8 x 9.5 in
📍 J.E.H. MacDonald, Roches Point, Lake Simcoe, 1920, oil on board, 8 x 10.25 in

Visit our website rookleys.com to see our pieces by J.E.H. MacDonald

If you have any pieces by historic Canadian artists, we would love to consign them for you. Visit our website rookleys.com for more information.

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Kazuo Nakamura (1926–2002) was a Japanese Canadian artist and a founding member of Painters Eleven, the group of Toronto...
09/15/2026

Kazuo Nakamura (1926–2002) was a Japanese Canadian artist and a founding member of Painters Eleven, the group of Toronto artists formed in 1953 to promote abstract art in Canada.

Nakamura’s work was influenced by both the Canadian landscape tradition and modern abstraction. While many of his early paintings depicted recognizable landscapes, he increasingly explored patterns, geometry, numbers and the underlying structures of nature.

His approach was highly individual. Rather than abandoning nature for abstraction, Nakamura looked for the mathematical and visual order he believed existed within the natural world.

Swipe through to see eight works by Kazuo Nakamura from our collection.

We’re excited to be showcasing paintings by Kazuo Nakamura at Art Toronto 2026, October 29–November 1, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Art Toronto

Kazuo Nakamura, Suspended Reflections, 1968, oil on canvas, 29 x 36 in
Kazuo Nakamura, Suspension 5, 1968, oil on canvas, 24 x 22 in
Kazuo Nakamura, Landscape 74, 1974, oil on canvas, 36 x 40 in
Kazuo Nakamura, Spectral Suspension, c 1966, oil on canvas, 37 x 31 in
Kazuo Nakamura, Summer Reflection, 1960, oil on board, 37 x 48 in
Kazuo Nakamura, Morning Mist 2, 1972, oil on canvas, 20 x 24 in
Kazuo Nakamura, Inner Structure, 1961, oil on canvas, 24 x 31.25 in
Kazuo Nakamura, Blue Reflections, 1965, oil on canvas, 34 x 45 in ❌SOLD❌

Visit our website rookleys.com to see our pieces by Kazuo Nakamura

If you have any pieces by historic Canadian artists, we would love to consign them for you. Visit our website rookleys.com for more information.

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A. J. Casson (1898–1992) joined the Group of Seven in 1926 at the invitation of Franklin Carmichael, replacing Frank Joh...
09/11/2026

A. J. Casson (1898–1992) joined the Group of Seven in 1926 at the invitation of Franklin Carmichael, replacing Frank Johnston. He was the youngest member of the Group of Seven.

Casson is particularly known for his paintings of southern and central Ontario, including rural landscapes, farms, forests, villages and small-town buildings. His work is often recognized for its clear, simplified forms and strong use of colour.

Unlike some of the Group’s artists who travelled extensively into northern Canada, Casson developed much of his subject matter closer to home. His paintings documented many Ontario communities and landscapes during a period of significant change.

Swipe through to see four works by A. J. Casson from our collection.

A.J. Casson, Storm Clouds, Algonquin Park, 1963, oil on board
A.J. Casson, In the Don Valley, 1920, oil on panel ❌SOLD❌
A.J. Casson, Haliburton, 1939, oil on canvas, laid down on board
A.J. Casson, September Morning Mist at Talisman Resort, 1976, oil on board

We’re excited to be showcasing paintings by A. J. Casson at Art Toronto 2026, October 29–November 1, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre during our exhibition The Group of Seven and Beyond. Art Toronto

See our paintings by A. J. Casson on our website rookleys.com

If you have any pieces by historic Canadian artists, we would love to consign them for you. Visit our website rookleys.com for more information.

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Maud Lewis (1903–1970) is one of the best-known Canadian folk artists of the 20th century. Born in South Ohio, Nova Scot...
09/10/2026

Maud Lewis (1903–1970) is one of the best-known Canadian folk artists of the 20th century. Born in South Ohio, Nova Scotia, Lewis spent much of her life in rural Nova Scotia and became known for her brightly coloured paintings of everyday life, animals, flowers, boats and rural landscapes.

Her simple, immediately recognizable style and distinctive compositions have made her work an important part of Canadian art history. Today, her paintings are held in major Canadian collections, including the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia.

Swipe through to see four works by Maud Lewis from our collection.

Maud Lewis, Two Deer, c 1967, mixed media on pulpboard
Maud Lewis, Train Station, c 1968, mixed media on masonite
Maud Lewis, Two Oxen, c 1967, mixed media on board
Maud Lewis, Horse-drawn Sleighs and Covered Bridge, c 1967, oil on board ❌SOLD❌

We’re excited to be showcasing paintings by Maud Lewis at Art Toronto 2026, taking place October 29–November 1 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto.

See our paintings by Maud Lewis on our website rookleys.com

If you have any pieces by historic Canadian artists, we would love to consign them for you. Visit our website rookleys.com for more information.

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Frank (Franz) Johnston (1888–1949) was one of the original members of the Group of Seven, joining the group at its found...
09/09/2026

Frank (Franz) Johnston (1888–1949) was one of the original members of the Group of Seven, joining the group at its founding in 1920. Johnston participated in the Group of Seven’s first exhibition in 1920, at the Art Gallery of Toronto (today, the Art Gallery of Ontario) but his time with the group was relatively brief. In 1924, he left to pursue his own artistic direction and later moved to Winnipeg, where he became an important figure in the Manitoba art community.

Despite his shorter association with the Group of Seven, Johnston made an important contribution to the development of Canadian landscape painting.

Swipe through to see eight works by Frank Johnston from our collection. Which is your favourite?

We’re excited to be showcasing paintings by Frank (Franz) Johnston at Art Toronto 2026, Art Toronto October 29–November 1. Come see these works in person at the Rookleys booth, or come by our gallery in Ridgeway, Niagara.

Frank Johnston, Snow Shadows, c 1940, oil on panel
Frank Johnston, Winter Sun, c 1935, oil on board ❌SOLD❌
Frank Johnston, Georgian Bay Near Tondakea Lodge, c 1935, oil on board
Frank Johnston, Old Dirt Road, oil on board
Frank Johnston, Waning Winter, oil on panel
Frank Johnston, Morning on the Pass, c 1927, gouache and watercolour on paper laid on paperboard
Frank Johnston, Northern Snow, c 1935, oil on panel
Frank Johnston, Mount Hurd, BC, oil on Academy board

See our paintings by Frank Johnston on our website rookleys.com

If you have any pieces by historic Canadian artists, we would love to consign them for you. Visit our website rookleys.com for more information.

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09/08/2026

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Excited to be part of this year’s Contemporary jury. Looking forward to seeing all the amazing work!
09/04/2026

Excited to be part of this year’s Contemporary jury. Looking forward to seeing all the amazing work!

08/29/2026

At first glance, a painting by Joachim Gauthier might make you think of the Group of Seven, and for good reason.

Gauthier studied under Franklin Carmichael and J.E.H. MacDonald, worked alongside A.J. Casson, and spent decades in Toronto’s Canadian art scene. But he wasn’t simply following the Group of Seven. He developed a distinctive style of his own, combining bold colour, simplified forms, strong drawing, and a more traditional approach to landscape painting.

In this video, we look at two of his winter paintings, Morning Sunlight and A Heavy Snowfall, and explore how differently Gauthier could capture the Canadian winter.

We also take a look at his fascinating connection to the Group of Seven, including his work documenting portraits of Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven, and their contemporaries for the McMichael Canadian Art Collection.

He may not have been a member of the Group of Seven, but his place in the story of Canadian art is well worth knowing.

Discover more Canadian art at Rookleys Canadian Art.

Visit our website rookleys.com to see our paintings by Joachim Gauthier

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08/27/2026

Quick-run Art History Lesson — Frederick Stanley Haines

Did you know Frederick Stanley Haines left Meaford for Toronto at just 17 years old to pursue a career in art?

He went on to study in Antwerp, where he won a gold medal for figure painting, before becoming a major figure in Canadian art as an artist, educator, curator, and principal of the Ontario College of Art.

Discover more Canadian art history at Rookleys Canadian Art Gallery.

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