By the end of 2025, Art SHAC has reached a remarkable milestone—diverting over 26.5 tons of art supplies and materials from the landfill and turning those items into valuable resources for artists and communities. This achievement showcases how creative reuse and a circular approach can reduce environmental impact while building an accessible, vibrant creative community. Three rhinos, two elephants and three hippos total weight equals approximately 26.5 tons How Art SHAC Dive

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Help us name our new mascot. Thanks to David Guffey for creating this little robot out of found objects. Got a great name idea? Let us know by clicking here:https://forms.gle/QwCCGqviRhWjGPLm6

The Art SHAC is a nonprofit creative reuse center where people in Winston-Salem and the surrounding areas can find affordable, gently used art materials and supplies. We rely on community donations to make these resources accessible to all. We also offer classes focused on creating upcycled art. Through our outreach, Art SHAC inspires creativity, sustainability, and community. Organization: The Art SHAC Reports To: Executive Director, Jessica Tefft Schedule: Part-Time, 15 hou

Art SHAC and Sawtooth are teaming up to host a Creative Reuse Exhibit on display at Sawtooth June 10th through August 22nd, and we want to feature your work! Create an original piece of art using found or reused materials—magazines, cardboard, old textiles, packaging, or anything else that sparks your imagination. Let your creativity shine while giving new life to everyday objects! 🗓 Applications are due May 30th Ready to submit your work? Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/5n7

Did you know that our very own Director of Operations and Community Petra Salazar is also a well known writer and poet? A classic car parks outside of the Stop & Eat Drive-In in Española following Lowrider Day, 2021. Photo by Gabriela Campos. Petra’s recently published essay, “Aztlán,” is a beautiful reflection on home, culture, and the deep ties between land and identity in northern New Mexico. Petra's writing explores themes of pilgrimage, language, and lowrider culture, of

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About Us The Art SHAC is a creative reuse nonprofit that reduces waste by diverting materials from landfills. We foster creativity, sustainability, and community connection by repurposing donated art materials into affordable supplies and educational opportunities for artists of all ages. Position: Retail & Donations Associate (Part-Time) Starting December 2025 , we’re seeking a friendly, organized, and reliable team member to support store operations through customer servic

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A Weekend of Climate Courage, Creativity, and Collective Care This past weekend, June 27–29, 2025, The Art SHAC was alive with...

A Transformative Weekend of Creativity, Connection, and Climate Consciousness

3 Sisters by Terri Dowell-Dennis Terri Dowell-Dennis’s piece 3 Sisters is a powerful example of how meaningful art can emerge from...

Art SHAC is excited to offer a one-of-a-kind British-style phone booth replica, originally built for stage production.Crafted from wood...

Art SHAC is proud to have received an Honorable Mention at Winston-Salem’s first-ever Sustainability Awards.

SUBMIT YOUR WORK! (Re)Useful Art Exhibition Redding Corridor Gallery at Sawtooth May 27–August 2, 2025 Calling All Artists! Make...

We couldn’t have achieved this incredible milestone without your generous donations of used supplies and materials. Thanks to you, we’ve...

About Us The Art SHAC is a vibrant, creative reuse nonprofit dedicated to reducing waste by diverting materials from landfills. Our...

One of the most rewarding aspects of running a creative reuse nonprofit is the endless potential for community-driven art experiences and...