26/05/2026
Have you visited our newly opened gallery in Aberdeen Street yet?
If not, you are missing out.
With Hermanus firmly established as one of the Western Cape’s most dynamic art destinations, now home to more than 25 galleries, Rossouw Modern continues its growth with the opening of our fourth space, Rossouw Modern LOKAAL.
The new gallery is located within Only Specials, a beautifully restored heritage building at 14 Aberdeen Street, formerly Romantiques. The space is conceived as part of a broader creative environment, surrounded by a restaurant, nursery and French and Swedish antiques. Together, these elements form a layered and inviting destination that rewards curiosity and lingering.
Rossouw Modern LOKAAL is the result of a shared vision with Daan and Joke Gonggrijp, the founders of Daan’s Bakery, Dutchies and Ficks Restaurant.
At the heart of this development is Only Specials itself, a restaurant and coffee shop with a social purpose. The project trains mentally and physically challenged members of the local community, offering meaningful work training, skills development and the opportunity for independence. For many, this work has enabled them to become the primary breadwinners in their households.
Rossouw Modern is delighted and humbled to join this initiative. Rossouw Modern LOKAAL will focus on emerging local artists, creating space for new voices while remaining in dialogue with established creatives, and reinforcing the gallery’s long-standing commitment to discovering, mentoring, and professionally advancing South African artists.
We are looking forward to meeting you soon. ✨✨
Hermien Van Der Merwe Jongwe Obert Arend Louw Carol Cauldwell Sculpture Carin Dorrington Kendall Leigh Swart
