The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

. Queens‘s gallery By Dave Johnston A basic element of Verâ€" nanda Vabalis sets the Latâ€" viaâ€"born â€" Canadian â€" artist above her many contemâ€" poraries. At first glance, both the woman and her new galâ€" lery, Queen‘s Gallery, 361 Queen St.S. Kitchener, apâ€" pear much like many modâ€" ern stereotypes. ~ She is rrgddle-aged though appears younger. She is steeped in ethnic character from her stiff, heavilyâ€" accented English to her preference for traditional art and oilâ€"base paints. She radiates an aura of talent and controlled concentration Her gallery and studio loâ€" cated near Courtland Avenâ€" ue and Queen Street also appear standard on the surâ€" face. The onceâ€"stately home has been completely renoâ€" vated with clean, white walls, wellâ€"waxed hardwood floors and gleaming varâ€" nished trim. The gallery has a presâ€" ence, an atmosphere of silent, potential creativity. Though still in its initial design stage, the gallery easily lends itself to become a showcase for excellent art. Mrs. Vabalis came to Canada as an imigrant in 1951 at the age of 18. She already â€" had _ established herself in an artistic caâ€" reer which she continued with studies in fine art at Niagara University. Niaâ€" gara Falls New York and Buffalo University. But that is where the similarity with other artâ€" ists and galleries ends for this extremelyâ€"talented artâ€" ist and instructor. As her artistic techniques improved and expanded through confrontation with many styles, her talents were fulfilled to the opâ€" timum of her potential. She created a style of painting that is uniquely Vernanda Vabalis. * While teaching at Niagara Falls collegiate and comâ€" pleting her Bachelor of Arts degree at Brock University. Mrs. _ Vabalis perfected her style to a point where her paintings were in deâ€" mand for shows both naâ€" tionally and internationally. What is a Vabalis paintâ€" ing? It is a combination of natural artistic talent with a good eye and knowledge of the technical functions of art. These basic elements combined have evolved into simple, â€" yet â€" very _ real pieces. ‘"The â€" most _ important thing is not what you paint. but how you paint.. she explained. "My art is simâ€" ple but it contains the esâ€" sence of what I am painting. If I paint a flower, it will have the fragrance of the flower or if I chose water. it will really flow like liquid does." Mrs. Vabalis says she attains her style through the use of a consistent stroke â€" technique and by mixing all her colours in one mixture. The mixing of colours allows for a conâ€" sistency of tone even in conâ€" trasting shades. she says But. even more unique than her original artistic flair. is the woman‘s artisâ€" Artistâ€"proprietor has noble ethic (Continued on page 23) Vernanda Vabalis, proprietor of the newlyâ€"opened Queen‘s Gallery, 361 Queen St.. Kitchener at Courtland Avenue, displays some of her paintings on display for sale at the gallery. The gallery will also feature monthly disâ€" plays by local artists. _ ces 3 Market Village â€" Between Scott & Eby St. â€" Kitchener â€" 742â€"7981 OPEN: Mon.â€"Sat. 10 A.M.â€"5 P.M., Fri. till 9 Chargex and Mastercharge CLEARANCE T‘he Dolls House 49 L Licensed under _ 118 Fountain St. S., Cambridge (Preston} a i1 LD.0, _FOR RESERVATIONS CALL §53.5709 THE ‘K NOTTY PLNE The "Downstairs‘‘ We‘re not new (14 years) but we‘ve changed â€" Lighter Menu Selections â€" Sandwiches & Salads. A New Lounge â€" But Still Live Lobster and Steak and Good Service and Atmosphere. ‘ Waterloo Chronicie, Wednesday, July 13, 1977 â€" STEAK HOUSE SCRIBE BOOKSTORE the quick knitting cotton acrylic blend that works up into exciting textured summer fashions. Choose drawstring tops, handbags, hats and create your (1} From June 6th. to July 31st. 1977 Reitzel Insulation will supply and install attic vents at no charge when you have your walls or attic done by us. If it is adequately vented â€" we will reduce the contract amount instead. (2) Proper attic venting: O Reduces unâ€"wanted heat build up in summer from the sun beating on the roof. C Makes it cooler by night to sleep and more comfortable in the day to work. C Drys out unwanted moisture to help eliminate rotting of wood members, and peeling of paint on ceilings. Helps eliminate condensation from wetting your insulation etc. ~{3) _For action call Westmount Place, Waterloo â€" 576â€"7290 Market Square, Kitchener â€" 576â€"8270 COUNTRY LIFE BOOK OF THE ROYAL SHVER JUBKLEE .............. .Rog. 12.95 SALE 9.95 Wii'&'véi.ififi'...i...........mz.tsm:.u This is just a sample of the great book bargains in store for you at: WESTMOUNT WEAVERY o Weaving e Embroldery e Crocheting e Neediepoint e Rug Hooking mmwn&n-mcmn. . Westmount Place Shopping Centre, Waterico â€" 576â€"5470 Energy Technician Specialists 576â€"8668 Anytime, Thank you. SIDEWALK SAVINGS HOME OWNERS July 13th to July 16th at Westmount Presenting ‘TUTU’ Business Rog. Licence No. BXL 242 â€" 271 Compensation No. 245 166 V _ (Fully Insured) DID YOU KNOW? Jp