Hetty Dupays
ART AND DESIGN MANAGER
hetty.dupays@nhs.net
After completing an MA in Fine Art (Painting) at Bath Spa University in 2004, Hetty has directed her energy, enthusiasm and skills to Art at the Heart (AATH). She is currently undertaking a HND in Interior Design, which will equip her with the necessary knowledge to create bespoke interior design schemes and arts commissions for the RUH; including ongoing projects for the Dyson Cancer Centre and RNHRD and Therapies Centre.
Tony Smith
EXHIBITIONS MANAGER
tonysmith3@nhs.net
Tony is a Fine Art graduate and previously worked for the Royal Photographic Society and Damien Hirst. He has a passion for bringing art into public spaces and the health care environment.
Jessica Brown
MARKETING AND PROGRAMME SUPPORT OFFICER
j.brown9@nhs.net
Jessica is creative and has an MA in Textiles. She manages the Art at the Heart website, general publicity and e-newsletter. She supports the whole programme – Exhibitions, pARTicipate and Capital Projects, whilst keeping up to date with the latest projects and gathering feedback for evaluation.
Frankie Simpkins
PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN
f.simpkins@nhs.net
Whilst studying for her Music degree at Bath Spa University, Frankie volunteered for the Alzheimer’s Society and developed a keen interest in the effects of music with older people and more specifically for those with Dementia. She enjoys choosing songs that will promote reminiscence and interaction from her listeners.
Charlotte Stowell PROFESSIONAL ARTIST
Charlotte’s background is in design and craft. Her expert knowledge in the use materials and techniques provides patients with an opportunity to explore creative processes and ideas to produce their own imaginative work.
Edwina Bridgeman
PROFESSIONAL ARTIST
Popular Bath artist Edwina studied at Bath Spa, and has a Masters in Fine Art (MFA) She naturally places the patient at the centre of an experience, respecting them responsibly through exploration and discovery in a supportive and enriching environment.
Volunteers and Student Placements
Alongside the core team, developments in the programme could not have been possible without the generous services of key volunteers and students.
If you would like to volunteer for Art at the Heart, please email Marketing and Programme Support Officer, Jessica Brown j.brown9@nhs.net