Alessandra Scalora
beekeeper, multidisciplinary artist & journal keeper
Urban Beekeeper
I began keeping bees in 2016 in my hometown Eindhoven, NL. What began as curiosity grew into a long-term practice rooted in care, observation, and inspiration.
Beekeeping, for me, is not only about extraction but became more about attention. It is a practice of listening, reading weather, bloom cycles, scent, sound, and behavior. The bees teach patience, presence and balance.
Working with colonies through the seasons has shaped the way I understand making. Wax, propolis, pollen, and honey are not materials to be taken for granted; they are traces of collective labor, ecology, and time. I work with what the bees can spare, allowing the hive to remain whole and resilient.
This beekeeping practice runs parallel to my studio work. It informs how I think about color, structure, repetition, and collaboration. The hive is both teacher and collaborator, an ever-changing archive of place that has grounded my work.
from Hive to Studio
Working with bees shapes the way I work in my studio. The textures, colors, and structures I encounter in the hive inspire my materials and methods. Just as I observe and respond to the needs of the colony, I explore materials—wax, pollen, wood, and pigments, allowing their qualities to guide the work. My art is a continuation of this attentive practice: documenting, experimenting, and creating with care, rhythm, and collaboration in mind.
Journalkeeper
I use journaling to capture ideas, sketch, and experiment with materials. Inspired by the working methods of bees, I’ve developed a process that is both structured and playful, drawing on techniques from my Journal Therapy coach training and Neurographic Art. My journals are a space to explore, test, and organize ideas, turning thoughts into practical steps for making. I also share this approach with others, helping them use journaling to process, reflect, and overcome creative blocks.
Ever since diving in the journal community I’ve seen so many journals that reflect the personalities of their keepers. It inspired me to contribute in my own way: I curate vintage and pre-loved charms that can be added to journals, helping each one become even more personal and expressive of the individual who holds it.
services
Workshops
Hands-on workshops for individuals and companies: honey harvesting, learning about bees, creative exercises, and team-building activities. Fun, interactive, and inspiring—perfect for groups of any size.
Journal Retreat
Slow down, reflect, and reconnect through the practice of journaling in a beautiful, calm setting in Sicily. You’ll learn about my bee‑inspired journaling method, all while connecting with others who share the same love for journaling..
Mail Club
Join the House of Honey Mail Club and receive a postcard-sized journal calendar every month. Each edition features original artwork, and thoughtful prompt. Designed to inspire your journaling practice.