LaRucheHTX proudly presents Forevermore, a site-specific solo exhibition by Dutch artist Steef Crombach, inviting audiences to journey through time and memory. Opening January 24th, 2025, this transformative show reimagines the cultural ephemera of our present day as artifacts from a distant, speculative future.

Through meticulously crafted sculptures and relief fabric paintings, Crombach questions the fragility of cultural memory and identity. Her works are positioned as archaeological relics—fragments of a bygone era that prompt reflection on the fleeting nature of today’s cultural elements, questioning what will fade away and which traces may remain in memory alone. This conceptual framework challenges audiences to consider: What from our contemporary world will survive the erosion of time? What will future generations see as essential to understanding who we were?

Crombach’s innovative practice bridges traditional craft techniques with industrial materials, crafting works that celebrate human ingenuity while interrogating the ephemeral nature of cultural production. Her vision offers a delicate balance between playfulness and profundity, as she deftly examines the artifacts of her adopted home in the United States. In Forevermore, viewers become time travelers and outsiders, encountering today’s world as distant observers might centuries from now.

The exhibition also underscores Crombach’s commitment to exploring the nuances of time and place. As an artist celebrated for her experimental soft sculptures, she seeks to surface meaningful connections between past, present, and future. Her practice shines a light on the resilience and transformation of craft, highlighting overlooked but culturally significant elements within our everyday surroundings.

Curated by RUBY Projects at LaRucheHTX, Forevermore reinforces the shared mission of fostering cultural dialogue and amplifying distinctive artistic voices. Situated in Houston, LaRucheHTX serves as a dynamic platform for artists like Crombach, inviting critical conversations that extend beyond the gallery walls.

Join us for the opening reception on January 24th, 2025, from 5-9 PM, and explore this imaginative and thought-provoking exhibition. Forevermore runs through March 8th, 2025.