Hundreds of people flocked to the park to see what the artists had to show.
She needed something to do so she got into jewelry “by accident.” Once a week, as she was recovering, her husband would take her to the craft store.
Ten years ago, Newquist had her first booth at Art Fair on the Green, now she comes every year.
The slogan of her jewelry shop now reads, “By Women, For Women, Supporting Women.” You can visit her website here.
Art Fair on the Green also gives people the chance to embrace their heritage.
She says this art is a big part of who she is, and it helps her connect with her culture.
Every sale that Lor makes helps continue the legacy of traditional Hmong art, which Lor said is a testament to her mother, her grandmother, and all the other Hmong women before her.
Newquist and Lor are just two of the many spectacular artists featured at Art on the Green.