Opening Reception for "M(y)otherwork" by Corynn Kokolakis

Date: July 6, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre, 23 York St, Haliburton

We are thrilled to announce the opening reception of "M(y)otherwork," a compelling  exhibition by the talented figurative painter Corynn Kokolakis. Join us on Saturday, July 6, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for to meet the artist and gain insight into her creative process. Corynn will also give an artist talk at 2:30 PM, offering a deeper understanding of her works and the themes that inspire them.

"M(y)otherwork" is a series of paintings that seek to show the maintenance and emotional labor involved in mothering.   Kokolakis' skilled compositions and vigorous brushwork deftly place the viewer in the Mama Bear's chair, and it's looking down from that vantage point that the nuances of caregiving and identity, are revealed, as if through a mother's gaze.

Corynn's connection to the Haliburton Highlands runs deep, having formed lasting memories through cottaging, paddling, and camping in the area over the years. We are delighted to welcome her back to the community where her journey as an artist began, first as an exhibitor at the Haliburton Art and Craft Festival.

Having recently completed her Master's Degree in Fine Arts at the Ontario College of Art University last year, Corynn is just back from a three-week residency in the United States, further honing her craft and vision. Be among the first to glimpse her newest work!

Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to engage with Corynn Kokolakis and explore her thought-provoking exhibition. "M(y)otherwork" is a must-see for art enthusiasts and anyone interested in the profound and often unspoken aspects of being a "good mom".

Exhibition Details

Title: M(y)otherwork
Artist: Corynn Kokolakis
Dates:
Opening Reception on July 6, 2024
Time 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Artist talk at 2:30 PM)
Length of Exhibition: July 6 - September 7
Gallery hours; Tuesday to Friday 11 - 5 Saturday 11 - 4
Venue: Rails End Gallery and Arts Centrre, 23 York St, Haliburton
Admission: Free and open to all

We look forward to welcoming you to this special event. All are welcome to attend and celebrate the artistry and insights of Corynn Kokolakis.

Featured ArtworkCorynn Kokolakis, *Building Blocks*, oil and acrylic on panel, 2014-2023, 48” x 72”

For more information please contact:
Laurie Jones, Curator and Director
Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre
705-457-2330
info@railsendgallery.com