by Cassidy Tyrone | Monday 4. 14. 2014 | The Battalion

The Downtown Bryan Association, in conjunction with the Arts Council of Brazos Valley, hosted the fifth-annual Downtown Street and Art Fair Saturday. Amanda Reynolds, programs and event manager for the Downtown Bryan Association, said the purpose of the fair was not only to showcase the artists’ work, but showcase downtown Bryan itself. “Our goal is to give people an experience to see the art and bring it home.” Reynols said. “And of course to see the beautiful downtown Bryan.”

Second-time participant Hailey Herrera, Class of 2004, has also benefited from the support of the Bryan-College Station community. Herrera said after moving to Texas from South Korea, she found her passion for watercolors in a class offered by the city of College Station. After winning best i show in an art competition, Herrera said opportunities to show her art started rolling in.

Herrera, who never imagined becoming a professional artist, said her favorite part about showcasing her work at the Downtown Street and Art Fair is getting to discuss her art with new people. “I look forward to chatting with the people that come to my booth.” Herrera said, “I like to get to know people and see what they like. It’s a great opportunity to meet people.”