Shrimp Corn Chowder

Name: Shrimp Corn Chowder
Ingredients: 8 slices bacon (diced); 1 pound large or extra large shrimp (thawed, peeled and deveined); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 stalks celery, diced; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves; 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 2 cups diced red potatoes (cut into small ¼ inch cubes); 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 4 cups chicken broth (plus more as needed); 1 to 2 teaspoons Better Than Bouillon Lobster Base (optional); 3 cups fresh or frozen yellow corn kernels; 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half); Salt and pepper to taste; Chopped Italian parsley (for garnish)