Mazzy Starla Her (b. 2003) is an emotional collector, scribbler, and conversationalist.

Maz Hawj (She/They) is Hmong American interdisciplinary artist, teacher, and writer. Based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota, her visual work consists of paper-based installations, documentary video, and books. Hawj layers archival documents and mark-making materials to explore themes of memory, emotion, and identity. She creates visual conversation around the Asian American diaspora through the assimilated lens using a meditative, destructive, and preservative process. Through her work, she explores the complexities of non-linear storytelling to make sense of the ever-changing present and combat systemic erasure of the past. Since growing up in predominantly white neighborhoods, Hawj emphasizes the importance of cultural and identity representation in institutional, educational, and community spaces. Her work as an arts educator means creating a platform for minority experiences, and using objects from the real world to depict a critical perspective on interconnected fragmentation.

Maz Hawj has given Hmong history lectures, taught introductory art lessons, and developed science-art projects at elementary and high schools within the Twin Cities. She works as a multimedia designer and social media manager for Hmong Unity Group, an upcoming non-profit organization providing specialized soccer programs, athletic and educational mentorship, and community outreach for Hmong youth athletes and families. Her BFA undergraduate work has been exhibited at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design Main Gallery. She holds leadership roles in the Twin Cities as mentor, educator, and assistant.