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Artist Jürgen Mohr Explores Creativity, Intuition, and Imagination in Beyond Palette and Paint
The Beyond Palette and Paint exhibition at the Alex Dufresne Gallery invites visitors to experience the transformative power of contemporary abstract art through the work of local artist Jürgen Mohr. The opening reception will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and will remain on display until October 31, 2026.
This exhibition features approximately 25 abstract works that explore creativity, intuition, color, design, and the fascinating possibilities of non-objective art. Visitors are invited to discover a collection that moves beyond the traditional and instead embraces imagination, symbolism, and the way art connects with viewers emotionally.
For Mohr, art is more than a creative outlet. It is a lifelong pursuit shaped by what he describes as an "inner necessity" to create. Drawing inspiration from art history, philosophy, spirituality, and personal experience, his paintings seek to express ideas and emotions that go beyond words.
"This exhibition is an exploration of abstract art in the modern tradition," says Mohr. "My process uses color, design, and intuitive responses to create visual relationships that communicate beyond representational subjects. At the heart of this work is the creative process itself."
There are works influenced by grid structures, collage-based compositions, and proportional design systems. Several paintings demonstrate innovative techniques in which completed artworks were cut into sections and reassembled to create entirely new visual experiences. These methods reflect Mohr's ongoing interest in experimentation and the possibilities of abstract expression.
Influenced by pioneers of modern art such as Wassily Kandinsky, Mohr's work encourages viewers to engage with art on a deeply personal level. Rather than presenting a fixed narrative, the paintings invite each viewer to discover meaning through their own experiences and perceptions.
The exhibition aims to introduce audiences to new perspectives on abstract art while demonstrating how creativity and intuition can lead to powerful artistic outcomes. Visitors may find themselves inspired by the dynamic interplay of color, shape, texture, and composition, and by the possibility that art can enrich, challenge, and transform the way people see the world.
Admission to the reception is free, and everyone is welcome.
For More information please contact:
Natasha Wiatr (Curator)
705-752-2282 (ext 502)
nwiatr@callander.ca
About The Alex Dufresne Gallery
The Alex Dufresne Gallery, located in the same building as the Callander Museum, is a beautiful gallery space with high ceilings and natural sunlight located near downtown Callander. It was built as an addition in 1994 and has been used as a space to display local art since 2008. Today the gallery hosts 9 exhibitions a year featuring artists from all over the area. It was named after the founder of the museum, Alex Dufresne.
Future Exhibits
November 14th - December 19th, 2026 - Petit Noel - Multiple Artists
January 9th - February 13th, 2027 - Milestones: NBAA Celebrates 90 Years - North Bay Art Association
February 27th - March 27th, 2027 - Life In Almaguin - Burk's Falls Art Association
April 3rd - May 1st, 2027 - Diachronic Nature - Bruce Cull and Chris Johnston
May 8th - June 5th, 2027 - TBA - Raymonde Beland
June 12th - July 17th, 2027 - TBD - Ingrid O'Gorman
July 17th - August 14th, 2027 - TBD - Sarah Carlin Ball
August 21st - September 18th - TBD - Jack Lockhart
October 2nd - October 30th - Melanie Courchense and Annie Nowak
November 13th - December 18th, 2027 - Petit Noel - Multiple Artists
Past Exhibits
