May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month. While we should be celebrating AAPI heritage every day, I want to spend extra time focusing and highlighting some amazing AAPI artists in the Twin Cities. This is a collection of AAPI women-owned businesses in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
As an AAPI artist myself, I am especially proud of the others who are letting their creativity shine and sharing it with the world. Art brings humanity into our lives, allowing us to feel and experience things in the present moment.
Support local artists. Support real people!
So this month, give these artists some extra love with a follow, visiting their booths, or shopping online.
ImoKimPottery – Intricately-designed, carved pottery with Minnesotan inspiration. Support ImoKimPottery at the Sculpture Garden Art Fair or online
Kari Lee Art – Kari Lee makes the most adorable creations from whimsical clay radishes to baguette felt ornaments. Support Kari Lee at Art-A-Whirl and online
Tiny Art by LRG – Admire beautifully painted stationary or snag your own hand-mixed mini watercolor paints. Support Tiny Art by LRGat Art-A-Whirl and online
Third Daughter Restless Daughter – You can’t go to a local craft market without running into the tongue-in-cheek embroidery by Third Daughter Restless Daughter. Support 3drd online
Wondrous Crane Ceramics – Have you ever wanted a perfect nesting bowl set or marbled candle that can be reused? Support Wondrous Crane online