In this episode of DRVN, Marie Khouri, a renowned sculptor, shares her incredible journey from Egypt to Canada and how her life's challenges have shaped her as an artist. She discusses her experiences growing up in Lebanon during the war, losing her father, and how immigrating to Canada changed her life. Marie delves into her diverse career path, which includes working as an interpreter and in finance before finding her true passion in sculpture. Through her work, she has expressed her deepest emotions, using art as a form of therapy and self-discovery. The conversation explores how sculpting became an outlet for processing loss, resilience, and the power of vulnerability in creative expression. Marie also highlights the art scene in Vancouver, the importance of public art, and her ongoing projects, including her upcoming exhibition in Egypt at the foot of the pyramids.

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Welcome to DRVN, a podcast of elevating stories to inspire lives. Hosted by Anne Riesling, globally recognized athlete, entrepreneur, and founder of DRVN - The Agency. This is a space dedicated to diving deep into the stories that have shaped us into who we are today.

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