Staff Spotlight: Ashtyn Granger

Each month we highlight one of the amazing staff members that makes the magic happen at Austin Creative Reuse. This month, it’s Processing Reuse Specialist, Ashtyn Granger (he/him). He is one of the coolest cats to ever grace our reuse center, and you’ll see precisely why in this interview and after seeing his artwork! Say hello to him the next time you drop off a donation at ACR!

How did you find Austin Creative Reuse?

I found ACR a couple of years ago through some friends. I've been shopping here for art supplies since.

What’s your favorite part about working at ACR?

My favorite part about working at ACR is all the interesting things we find in processing! Processing is never dull when we have a constant stream of donations to keep us busy.

Are you an artist, crafter, or maker? What mediums do you work with?

 I am an artist that mostly does printmaking and collage.

What do you do when you’re not working at ACR?

 When I'm not at ACR I'm usually doing something outside. I've picked up fishing this year and have been obssesed with it since. I'm also currently in school getting my degree in graphic design.

What’s the coolest thing you’ve found in donation mountain?

I once found this letter dated back to the 70s from one man to another where he described his yearning for him and a home together while they were apart. In it he descibed the layout of their house he dreamed of having one day. He mentioned being home alone as a dad to 7 cats. The letter included a photo of the writer on the beach. It was so sweet. It's nice to see physical remains of the past that remind us queer people have always and will always be here. 

Check out more of Ashytyn’s work @samqueeird