Hilda Smith is the lead artist and co-founder of Hera Art. She set up the project (originally called Hera Products) with her friend Eric in 1998. As well as running the centre, she teaches art classes to children and adults and produces art herself. She holds a degree in Art and Design.
Tina Rae is Hera's earliest student and is still a member. She also acts as unofficial scribe for the centre, writing blurbs and even some of this website.
Richard Davies is Hilda's "PR man". He handles general enquiries and bookings, and organises special events such as exhibitions and group outings.
Elinor Griffiths has been doing art with Hilda since the age of eight. She has had many commissions and sold quite a few pieces. She has won many awards, helps Hilda with exhibitions, and is an excellent member of the class.
Rich Smith is the webmaster for this website.
Valued Past Friends not currently working with Hera
Vivian Davies taught card making and jewellery.
Jeanette McNamee was Hilda's treasurer and co-ordinator of group events.
Online Friends
Phil Randall has been a long time friend and regular at Hera Art. He owns Cards of Quality, an online gallery showcasing Welsh Art and offering for sale premium quality greeting cards, art prints and handmade magnets.
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Departed Friends
Eric Wright set up Hera with Hilda in 1998. Prior to retiring, Professor Eric Wright, DSc, MD, FRCP, FRCPath, was a pathologist. He sadly passed away in February 2009.
Richard Acreman was also an artist and helped run Hera. He sadly passed away in September 2014.