ARTS & CULTURE

Through her abstract landscapes, Kory aims to capture the unpredictable elements of nature, reminding us of the fleeting moments of solace we experience when surrounded by its grandeur. As she deftly weaves elements of alchemy and mystery into each piece, her paintings echo the aweinspiring beauty of the horizon, the rugged Canadian Shield, and the tranquility found within a forest's embrace.

One of the most intriguing aspects of Kory's work is her mastery of mixed media techniques, resulting in visually captivating compositions. She explains, "The layering of paint and resin is representative of the geology of the Earth. The rhythmic, gestural strokes of colour and accidental marks contribute to the overall movement and energy of the painting."

Her deliberate choices of lightness or darkness in colour and texture further emphasizes the interplay of opposing forces within nature

As our conversation deepens, Kory reveals an interesting anecdote from her artistic journey She recounts her visit to Art Basel Miami, a transformative experience that left an indelible mark on her as an artist. Witnessing the infinite forms of creativity on display, she was struck by the realization that there is always room for more art However, it was a particular painting titled "Where I Stand" by Korean artist Kibong Rhee that moved her to tears She describes it as a hazy, dreamlike landscape that captures the ephemeral essence of a moment suspended in time Such emotional connection to art exemplifies the power it holds to touch the deepest parts of our being

Living in Paris, Kory is surrounded by architectural charm and the natural beauty that permeates the city and its surroundings. Paris serves as an endless source of inspiration, allowing her to bask in the artistic community's vibrant energy Within this city of art, she finds herself continually inspired, continually growing as an artist

If you know of a local artist that would like to be featured, please reach out to Taren White.

Taren White Gallery, 13 Grand River St. N., Paris, ON www.tarenwhitegallery.com https://www.instagram.com

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County introduces new parking regulations for residential neighbourhoods

Vehicles are permitted to park on the ‘apron’ which is the paved lower boulevard section of a driveway. This is particularly useful information for residents living in neighbourhoods where on-street parking is now prohibited

If you’re parking on the apron the vehicle must be parked parallel to the driveway. Council approved these amendments to the parking bylaw as of April 25 More information is available online.