Welcome! I am a sculptural artist, exploring themes of motherhood, domesticity, and the broader female experience

Hannah Scalambrino

"Art is not a mirror to reflect the world, but a hammer with which to shape it."

– Bertolt Brecht

Portfolio

Radiate Refuge

2024

tree roots, stained glass

This work delves into the invisible labor of unpacking and reclaiming personal identity influenced by the beliefs and values passed down from one’s family of origin.

Hidden Labor

2024

video installation, 12 minutes 25 seconds

A kaleidoscopic video installation that transforms the mundane act of folding laundry into a mesmerizing exploration of the unseen effort behind domestic life.

Mental Load

2023

aluminum, paper, paint, domestic paperwork

This piece examines the mental load of women in the domestic sphere, featuring a fragmented female figure melting into the floor. Layered circles and materials from household paperwork and kids' projects highlight the cyclical, invisible nature of domestic labor.

20 small paintings

2023

canvas, acrylic paint

This work reflects the ongoing struggle of balancing the roles of being a dedicated artist and a devoted mother—an enduring conflict many women face.

Beneath the Surface

2024

tree roots, steel, sand

part of the Belly Up show at the Spiral Jetty in Utah, this work is an exploration of hidden or overlooked aspects of identity, history, and labor.