The mixed-media work brings everything fans love about Hera’s public murals to a smaller scale.

Each seems to present a mini life lesson, with poignant titles reflecting the artist’s intentions.

Which makes them grateful for the moments its here to enjoy.

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“Maintaining Your Soft Self Underneath That Tough Shell Takes More Effort Than Some Might Think” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)

Thats what I love about my friends.

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“You Can’t Just Rely On Being Strong And Brave – Sometimes You Need To Be Pretty, Too” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“All My Friends Know Darkness” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“Life Says, It’s Time To Show Some Teeth” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“As Soft As The World Allows Me To Be” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“Because Those Who Mind Don’t Matter And Those Who Matter Don’t Mind” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“I Might Never Forget My Trauma, But Also Never Forget What Healed Me” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“We Don’t Have To Look The Same To Be Family” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“My Friend With Eight Arms Is Teaching Me How To Hold On To Things (Its With The Heart – Not The Hands)” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)

Mixed media painting by Hera of Herakut

“Small But Unafraid” (acrylic paint, spray paint, charcoal on canvas)