An Art Studio For Albuquerque's Homeless

Spencer Beckwith On The Arts

Over 500 people crowded into Albuquerque's Harwood Art Center last year for the opening of Recycled Heart, an exhibit of artwork made from cast-off objects. The proceeds from that night's sales, over $3,000, went directly to the artists, many of whom lived on the streets. That annual exhibit is back this month, presented by ArtStreet, the community art studio of Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless. Barbara Jensen, who runs ArtStreet, explains how this open studio provides AHCH with "a natural venue for engagement with folks who are on the street."