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Step into a world where art and nostalgia collide at Voorlinden Museum, as Dutch artist Simone Post transforms childhood memories into a dreamlike landscape made entirely of candy. “Sweet Memories,” on display from April 5 to August 31, 2025, is an immersive installation that reimagines Simone Post’s childhood home using meringues, candy strips, and confectionery chains. A multi-sensory experience, the exhibition is a feast for the eyes, nose, and imagination, transporting visitors to a time of innocence, creativity, and wonder.

Simone Post, "Sweet Memories," Voorlinden Museum. Photography by Titia Hahne.

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, textile art is experiencing a renaissance, proving that innovation and tradition can go hand in hand. Rademakers Gallery is thrilled to announce our participation in Art Rotterdam, where we will be showcasing an extraordinary collection of textile artworks. This year, we are presenting a selection primarily created by female artists, all of whom work with reused materials and push the boundaries of craft, colour, and sustainability.

Portrait of Pien Rademakers at Art Rotterdam 2024

For many, the idea of starting an art collection can feel daunting, reserved for an exclusive circle of established collectors with deep pockets. However, the reality is far more accessible, especially when guided by experts in the field. Pien Rademakers, the founder of Rademakers Gallery, emphasises that collecting art is not about status but about passion, connection, and personal expression. Her advice is to begin by visiting OBJECT Rotterdam, an art fair that can be an ideal entry point for novice collectors.

In the hands of Dutch artist Hilde Trip, feathers, leaves, seeds, and grasses, are transformed into compositions, that capture the delicate beauty of the natural world. By carefully collecting, preserving, and rearranging organic materials, she creates pieces that blur the line between what is temporary and what can last forever.