Blacksmith Yard • art • stuff we love

26/05/2026

23/05/2026

There is always something new to see in the gallery. Be sure to pop in soon! How about a leisurely drive to the Riebeek Valley on a weekend? Our weekend hours are Friday & Saturday 10:00 - 16:00 and Sunday 10:00 - 13:00

18/05/2026

NEW WORK IN THE GALLERY!

Hidden from public view since Sharon Bischoff’s 2021 solo exhibition, Scratching the Surface, and her 2023 Solo Studios exhibition, Inside Out & Outside In, these works form part of a deeply introspective body of work in which Sharon explores the unseen aspects of people and situations — the hidden narratives beneath the surface.

Sharon describes these artworks as an exploration of how profoundly our environment influences not only what we see, but how we choose to see it.

The acrylic portrait RABAN depicts a man who is present, yet unseen for who he truly is.

The mixed media work FEARLESS reflects Sharon’s exploration of different mediums and subject matter. Graffiti, masks and skulls became recurring motifs in a larger body of work investigating the tension between internal and external worlds — the understanding that what is visible on the outside seldom reveals what is truly happening within.

Many more works from this compelling series will be presented in Sharon Bischoff’s upcoming solo exhibition, Inner Weather, opening at Blacksmith Yard in June.

12/05/2026

This Valley is indeed special - and close enough to Cape Town for a day trip or one night. Be sure to also visit the art galleries in the valley! 😉 The Gallery Riebeek Kasteel/ RK Contemporary and @ Blacksmith Yard • art • stuff we love are both a must-see!

Winter in the Riebeek Valley is something truly special. Come and visit us for a cozy winter weekend away in the heart of the Swartland. Warm yourself beside one of the crackling fires at our wonderful local restaurants, sip on a glass of beautiful local red wine, and enjoy a delicious meal made with local flavour and heart. Add a bowl of our famous olives to the table, and you have the perfect countryside escape.

16/04/2026

Love this for our beautiful valley!

Looking for a creative escape near Cape Town? The Swartland is fast becoming one of the Western Cape’s most exciting art destinations, offering galleries, studios and events set against vineyards, wheat fields and coastal views. The Swartland art scene combines rural landscapes, a strong creative ...

11/04/2026

Dogs galore - for sale at the current DOGS. group exhibition! Pop in to see these beauties! The full exhibition will be open until 18 April and a limited selection until 9 May. See you at the gallery soon. Gallery hours are: Wednesday & Thursday 10:00 - 14:00 / Friday & Saturday 10:00 - 16:00 / Sunday 10:00 - 13:00

08/04/2026

Another snippet of DOGS. - our mesmerizing group exhibition now open. The full selection of work will be on show until 18 April and some of it until 9 May. Pop in to the gallery and support animal welfare by purchasing one of the artworks or a raffle ticket for R200, which will give you a chance to win a Nicolene Swanepoel ceramic artwork worth R8000 - all proceeds from the raffle are being donated to Riebeek Animal Welfare. GALLERY HOURS: Wednesday & Thursday 10:00-14:0 / Friday & Saturday 10:00-16:00 / Sunday 10:00 - 13:00.

06/04/2026

One room of the DOGS. exhibition now on. Support animal welfare by purchasing one of the exceptional works currently exhibited.