Art for the Heart supports projects for environmental sustainability.
- We help maintain a ReUse Center at our local transfer station where tons of textiles and other household goods are kept out of the landfill and reused, many for quilts, rag-rugs, recycled refurbished clothing and other art projects.
- We sponsor Glam Trash, a series of workshops and a fashion show, raising spirits and consciousness while having fun. The 2010 Glam Trash Show will be held Saturday Aug 21st at the Stables Gallery in Taos NM. We are accepting entries between now and Aug 7th. Just send a photo and description as you want it read on the runway. (mention materials used) A $10 entry fee ($5.for youths to age 18) should accompany entries. Send to Art for the Heart, PO Box 237, Peñasco, NM 87553. Or email photos to artstudio@kitcarson.net. If your entry is accepted, we will need to receive your fashion by Aug 15th so allow time. Create and have fun!
- In 2009 we launched UPCYCLED FASHION: "cutting edge clothing with a conscience" - www.upcycledfashion.com We are always looking for new seamstresses and a web person to join our creative team. Come design and assemble fashions Wednesdays in our WEARhouse and /or sew with us Friday afternoons at the studio or at home.
- Our evolving pond/garden project has created a beautiful green oasis where we monitor water quality and people can paint and enjoy nature's gifts.
- Our brochure is printed on 100% recycled paper; we use biodegradable cleaning products and non-toxic art supplies