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OffCenter Arts

2024 & 2025

Combined Annual Report

OffCenter is my favorite place in New Mexico. It is the safest place I could ever go.
— Studio Participant

What began as a passion project has evolved into something more. We’re proud of where we’ve been and even more excited for what’s ahead. What sets us apart isn’t just our process—it’s the intention behind it. We take time to understand, explore, and create with purpose at every turn.

Radical Hospitality

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Access to Art Making

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Social Connection

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Radical Hospitality · Access to Art Making · Social Connection ·

Impact Snapshot

  • 12,533

    2025 Studio Visits

  • 109

    Workshops offered

    in over a dozen mediums!

  • $9,538

    Paid to teaching artists

  • 442

    Volunteer hours

OffCenter Arts is a free community art studio located in downtown ABQ. Everyone is welcome to create, connect, and learn!

Mission & Values

Our mission is to enhance the lives of all people in our community by providing a safe and supportive environment for art-making and social interaction.

At OffCenter, we understand:

  • art making facilitates connection, curiosity, and understanding.

  • Access to creative self-expression is — .

  • Social connection is key to individual and community health.

  • Radical Hospitality -

Who We Serve

All Ages

With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience. They set the tone for everything we do.

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Identify as LGBTQIA2S+

All Abilities

Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care.

All Abilities

Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care.

All Artists

We see everyone as an artist and don’t believe access to money should determine your access to creative expression.

All Artists

We see everyone as an artist and don’t believe access to money should determine your access to creative expression.

Make Art

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Buy Art

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Meet New Friends

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Make Art · Buy Art · Meet New Friends ·

Impact Snapshot

  • 12,533

    2025 Studio Visits

  • 109

    Workshops offered

    in over a dozen mediums!

  • $9,538

    Paid to teaching artists

  • 442

    Volunteer hours

LET’S GET STARTED

Our team is ready to provide the attention, care, and expertise you deserve.