Hannah Manuelito is a photographer based out of Chandler, Arizona. She was born on the Navajo Reservation in Northern Arizona, in a small town called Ganado. Growing up Hannah’s interest in art began when she saw her uncles various pieces of art throughout her grandmother’s home. The paintings and sketches she had found motivated her to create her own artwork. To this day, she still strives to reach their level of artistry.
For the past six years Hannah has devoted her time to the medium of photography. Her work focuses on different aspects of the Navajo and suburban culture she grew up in. Hannah shares her unique coming of age ceremony, her family’s teachings, and also her view on modern Native identity. Still learning about different aspects of her Navajo culture, she uses her photography to not only create but also fully understand the teachings. She anticipates creating more works inspired by the Navajo teachings and furthering her exploration with alternative processes.
For the past six years Hannah has devoted her time to the medium of photography. Her work focuses on different aspects of the Navajo and suburban culture she grew up in. Hannah shares her unique coming of age ceremony, her family’s teachings, and also her view on modern Native identity. Still learning about different aspects of her Navajo culture, she uses her photography to not only create but also fully understand the teachings. She anticipates creating more works inspired by the Navajo teachings and furthering her exploration with alternative processes.