Textile Art Takes Center Stage at our Art Rotterdam’s Booth

Rademakers Gallery Showcases Sustainable Innovation
March 8, 2025

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

 

 

 Exploring Textile Art
Textile art is not only a visually captivating medium but also plays a functional role in interiors. With the soft-looking, layered structure, textile artworks have a subtle soundproofing effect, enhancing the acoustics of a space while adding warmth and texture. A bold complement to any interior design, textile art creates a welcoming ambiance, whether it is placed on walls or used in installations.

 

Detail: Grietje Schepers, Ellipt #003, 180 x 80 x 80 cm

 

Among the featured artists are Sofie Aaldering, Yamuna Forzani, Mae Engelgeer, Anne von Freyburg, Thordur Hans, Julia Kiryanova, Simone Post, Grietje Schepers, Joana Schneider, Kim Simonsson, Jessi Strixner, and Preta Wolzak. We are also excited to introduce three new names to our roster: Sina Dyks, Mina Abouzahra, and Kim Simonsson. Each of these artists brings a unique perspective to textile art, from innovative weaving techniques to sculptural fabric explorations.

 

Mina Abouzahra, Roukia no. 1, 170 x 72 x 36 cm

 

“We are seeing a shift in how textile art is valued in the contemporary art world,” says Pien Rademakers of Rademakers Gallery. “Collectors and museums are recognising the craftsmanship, storytelling, and environmental impact behind these works. It is no longer just a craft, it is fine art.”

 

The tactile nature of textile art invites engagement, drawing viewers in to explore textures, vibrant patterns, and the stories of each piece. Many of the works on display celebrate sustainability, crafted from repurposed and upcycled materials, offering a fresh take on contemporary design while respecting traditional craftsmanship.

 

Artworks by Sofie Aaldering

 

We warmly invite you to experience these works at Booth K1 during Art Rotterdam. Join us in celebrating the art of textiles, where innovation meets sustainability and tradition is reimagined for the contemporary world.

 

Art Rotterdam runs from March 27th to March 30th at Rotterdam Ahoy. Do not miss this chance to witness the future of textile art!

 

 

Article by Martyna Szpilka