About the Artist

Michael "Mad Mike" Beaudry is an award-winning Canadian assemblage artist who transforms vintage tins, cameras, gauges, machine parts and industrial relics into one-of-a-kind robot sculptures. A former industrial mechanic and firefighter, Mike combines decades of mechanical know-how with imagination and storytelling, giving forgotten objects new life and personality. Based in Winnipeg, Canada, his work celebrates reinvention, resilience and the beauty of the overlooked, inviting us to see possibility in what others might discard.

Awards & Recognition

  • Award of Distinction

    The Manitoba Society of Artists Members' Juried Exhibition 2026


    Ace - The Flying Lens of Destiny

  • Honourable Mention

    Society of Canadian Artists National Open Juried Exhibition 2026


    Ace - The Flying Lens of Destiny

  • Professional Memberships

    Signature Member

    Manitoba Society of Artists

    Associate Member

    Society of Canadian Artists

The Story Behind the Art

From a lifetime of tinkering to finding purpose through art, discover the story behind Mad Mike Studio68 and how building robots changed Mike's life.

Featured in the What Do You Do? Series, produced by 47 Filmworks

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More Than Metal

Creating art from reclaimed metal, Mike transforms discrded materials into expressive sculptures that explore resilience, purpose and mental health. His work reflects both environmental sustainability and personal renewal, inviting conversation, connection and a new way of seeing value in what has been overlooked.

Upcoming Events

SCATTERED SEEDS FALL MARKET

October 23-25, 2026 | Red River Exhibition Place

CALGARY ART MARKET - 40TH ANNIVERSARY

November 19-22, 2026 | TELUS Convention Center, Calgary

WARM & BRIGHT SHOW AND SALE

December 5-6, 2026 | Artlington Studios

SPIRIT OF THE SALVAGED - SOLO EXHIBITION

January-March, 2027 | The MUSE | Douglas Family Art Center in Kenora, Ontario

GUEST ARTIST - WISDOM KEEPERS WEEK

February 27-March 6, 2027 | Rancho La Puerta, Tecate, Mexico
Rediscovering Play Workshop

  • Behind the Build

    Watch Mad Mike turn forgotten objects into one-of-a-kind characters. Follow the process, the finds and the occasional workshop chaos.

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Artist Bio & CV

Learn more Michael "Mad Mike" Beaudry's artistic practice, exhibitions, awards, professional memberships and creative journey.

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