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THE PERFECT GIFT

The Art of Nostalgia

The Art of Nostalgia by Trevor Clare captures Kitchener-Waterloo’s hidden gems and stories, inviting residents and visitors to experience its history and charm.

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For everyone who calls KW home

Don’t miss this exclusive ‘Almost Home’ shirt!”

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NEW FEATURE PRINT

Kitchener’s heritage, in holiday spirit

Experience Kitchener’s Old City Hall, dressed in holiday cheer from years gone by.

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Welcome to Trevor Clare Art!

Welcome to my creative space! I’m Trevor Clare, a visual artist based in Kitchener, Ontario, blending traditional acrylic and gouache techniques with the digital world to capture the charm of local landmarks and hidden gems. My work brings together rapid brushwork and a mix of expressionist and digital styles, creating what I like to call neo-nostalgia—a fresh take on familiar scenes that invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect with cherished memories. Through the colors, light, and atmosphere in each piece, I hope to offer you a moment of solace and reflection in a fast-paced world. Thank you for being here, and I hope you enjoy exploring my art!

About the Art of Nostalgia

The Art of Nostalgia is a collection of Trevor Clare paintings that capture landmarks and “hidden gems” of the Kitchener-Waterloo area. Trevor’s striking—and sometimes surprising—subject matter is accompanied by stories from Kitchener-Waterloo locals, evoking nostalgic feelings and memories of the past.

With stunning visuals, heartwarming memories, and fascinating history trivia, The Art of Nostalgia is sure to delight both longtime residents of Kitchener-Waterloo and curious visitors. Order your copy of The Art of Nostalgia today!

Featured Locations

  • Schneiders Sign
  • Walper Hotel
  • L&L Market
  • Weston’s Bread
  • Victoria Park
  • The Aud
  • Forwell Super Variety
  • Carry-On Comics
  • The Yeti Cafe
  • The Jane Bond
  • 202 Queen Street South
  • Sonny’s Drive-In
  • Hermie Place
  • Far Out Flicks
  • David’s Fresh Cut Fries
  • The Kaufman Lofts
  • Ethel’s Lounge
  • Little Shop On Par
  • The Museum
  • Jimmy’s Lunch
  • Pepi’s Pizza
  • St Mary Our Lady Of The Seven Sorrows
  • Harmony Lunch
  • Huether Hotel
  • Princess Twin Cinemas

"My thanks to Trevor, for offering our community this gift of a time capsule – of the places that have meant so much to so many of us – at a time when our city is changing so much."

—Mike MorriceMember of Parliament, Kitchener Centre

“Every brushstroke in The Art of Nostalgia preserves our city’s history, immortalizing iconic landmarks and hidden gems that have shaped so many lives. Each painting transports you to a time in your youth, or your parents’ youth, or your grandparents’ youth—a true power of art.”

—Chad KrulickiCreative Director