Nina Battaglia
Nina Battaglia – About
In my artistic practice, I investigate the intricate relationship between labor, economics, and family legacy, intertwined with humanity's connection to nature. I seek to illuminate how these elements intersect and shape our human experience, highlighting the interconnectedness between humans and the natural world. Honoring cultural ideals influenced by both physical and ancestral journeys, my work acts as a channel for narrative. Growing up immersed in the traditions of my ancestors who transplanted their heritage to a new land instilled in me a reverence for nature’s bounty and the customs intertwined with it. From a young age, I embraced the importance of tending to both body and earth, grounded in the rituals of gardening and the alchemy of food. At the core of my work lies a desire to understand privilege by revisiting childing memories, collecting family stories, and studying cultural history. Through introspection I position myself as the central axis where personal narratives intersect with familial influences. This convergence forms the foundation of identity and understanding in my work. Employing diverse mediums such as printmaking and sculpture, I blend realism with abstraction, mirroring the fluid nature of memory and time.
Nina Battaglia (she/her) is an artist from Youngstown, Ohio. Using a variety of mediums, Battaglia's work encourages viewers to contemplate the intricacies of human existence and our position within the broader ecosystem. It reflects a profound exploration of our connection to the natural world, prompting discussions about environmental stewardship, heritage, and the impact of shared experiences. Battaglia received her BFA in Print Media and Photography from Kent State University and is currently an MFA Candidate in Printmaking at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio.