ALNTH provides a space for artists to share and discover compelling love notes, from all corners of the earth, in all different forms. Our process of sourcing “love notes” through submission-based entry is intuitive and deliberate. Through these works, submitted by anyone willing to share, we illuminate the poignancy of memory and uncover the beauty of common scenes, so as to promote reflection and healing upon the viewer.

MISSION It is our mission to maintain an empowering and inspiring space to celebrate women, our shared humanity, and individual experience. We strive to offer a platform for the discovery of emerging artists, both online and at our physical exhibitions and gatherings, while nurturing a sense of connection.

In addition to our gallery-style approach, ALNTH also provides the opportunity to purchase physical, hand-selected objects from artists who support the mission behind ALNTH.

ORIGIN STORY

IT was on a Tuesday in the late morning when I read the words “this is proof” snug up next to a photograph from 1922, as I stood in my favorite antique store. Here is where I felt the power of the written word deeper than ever before. Love notes, holding hands with an image. Her black and white tones whispering to me, through these few letters scribbled on the frame.

I pondered this, and soon began to recall experiencing the feeling, of ‘proof’, when holding physical pieces of my own past. Footage from the family camcorder, voicemails left by loved ones, post-it notes stuck inside my medicine cabinet from my lover. Proof of joy, sometimes proof of trauma. Proof of life, of feeling, of love, of healing. Memories I am reminded of, that constantly flow in and out of my consciousness uninvited. The good and the bad. All my younger years that were filmed on VHS tapes and and all the ones in between that feel blurry and hard to understand.

Here lies a space for us to share proof. From all different lifetimes, perspectives, & interpretations. All the women whose lives are continuously changing and unfolding. And beyond that, to all the people who have experienced a love for ‘her’, and exploring their own interpretation of who she is. ‘Her’ could be a warm breeze rustling through curtains in a window, a song that comes on while you sit in your warm car, fallen petals on your coffee table, the tears of a new mother as she weeps birthing her first child. She is masculine, and feminine. She is all around, all encompassing, she is power. Just as ‘her’ can be personified as many different things, ‘love notes’ can also come in many different forms. This space is dedicated to all the artists who support this theory, and who chose to offer their art to us all. An offering to you, to soak in, internalize, heal, breathe, sit with, admire. May these notes carry you into a realm of love and inspiration, and invite you to recognize, celebrate, and remember her.

MEET THE FOUNDER

Founded by Hannah Shea, a working artist based in the Pacific Northwest. She is also the founder of The Archive, an online education space for film photographers. For the last decade she has photographed original stories and scenes from familiar perspectives. Shea finds herself most inspired by the relationship of photographs and writings holding hands, and the stories that bleed to the surface in spite of it all. ALNTH is a project dedicated to her childhood self.

SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVE

Our products are meticulously crafted by a team of hand-selected artists who bring passion and skill to every piece. We prioritize sustainability throughout our production process, embracing eco-friendly initiatives to minimize our environmental footprint. Our commitment to ethical sourcing is evident in the materials we use, which are either foraged from nature or meticulously chosen from suppliers with transparent and sustainable practices. By collaborating with skilled artisans, we ensure that each product is a unique masterpiece, reflecting both the artist's talent and our dedication to responsible production. With a focus on hand-craftsmanship, sustainable initiatives, and ethical sourcing, our products not only embody artistic excellence but also contribute to a greener and more socially responsible future.

DEDICATION

It was on a Saturday as the sun set, amidst the celebration of my bridal shower, when I wrote this poem. A heartfelt dedication to my past self, who only recently realized she had control over her own life, free to roam and become who she was meant to be. It is here where I recognized my first love note to her, my childhood self.

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ALNTH is an intentionally curated art collective that sources original works by artists, and supports women’s healing and power.