The Art of Nostalgia: A Visual Memoir of Kitchener-Waterloo
Central Library Art Gallery, Lower Level
EXHIBIT RUNS: October 2 - November 12
Trevor Clare, a visionary artist hailing from Kitchener, Ontario, finds inspiration in painting local hidden gems and landmarks. He enjoys delving into various subjects and styles, drawing techniques from traditional oils and acrylics, and fusing them with contemporary digital art. Rapid brushwork and a fusion of expressionist and digital techniques define his distinctive approach. Trevor's art thrives on emotional connection, evoking a sense of "neo-nostalgia" through the masterful use of colors and light that weave compelling moods and atmospheres. Each artwork tells a captivating story, inviting viewers on a journey of cherished memories, heartfelt experiences and the timeless beauty of the past.
Drawing on Trevor's inspiration, some of his artworks have been paired with photographs from the library's Grace Schmidt Room of Local History, which delve into the City's bygone era.
Central Library, Level 2 - Art Installation
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Art Installation Runs: August 10 - October 31, 2024
Tracey-Mae Chambers is a Métis installation artist and a citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario. Her family is from several traditional Métis communities. She is from both the Vasseur-Longlade and Cadieux-Evans families. As a fibre-sculpture artist, she is traveling across Canada creating site-specific art installations at residential school historical sites, cultural centres, museums, art galleries and other public spaces. The goal of these works is to broach the subject of decolonization.
She hopes to use this work to help bridge the gap between settlers and Indigenous, the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit of Canada by creating art that is approachable and non-confrontational.
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Interested in showcasing your artwork at the library?
See the Artist Program page for more information.
