Welcome to Helen Biles Studio!

My name is Helen and I specialise in Printmaking, Natural Dyeing, Eco Leaf Printing, Indigo and Shibori dyeing, Rust Printing and Oil Painting. 

My work is process driven with a focus on combining techniques to discover new ways of printing and expressing my ideas. My artworks are textured, layered and abstract in nature.

Whilst living in Vientiane, Laos, I was privilaged to work alongside the master dyers and weavers at The Houey Hong Vocational Training for women and learned about the natural dyeing process native to Laos. 

I spend my time between Dorset and South East Asia where I enjoy discovering new plants to use in my artwork and share my experience and knowledge through creative workshops.

As part of my professional creative career, I held roles as Creative Director at HarperCollins Publishing, Sydney, Art Agent at the Bright Agency, London and Graphic Designer for multiple magazines. 

I also have a Master’s degree in Art from the UNSW College of Fine Art (COFA), Sydney, Australia, majoring in painting.  I regularly exhibit and have been involved in international artist residency programs.  

I run creative workshops in Natural Dyeing, Eco Leaf Printing, Indigo and Shibori dyeing, Rust Printing and Oil Painting.

I also run mentouring programs where I help artists, illustrators and designers develop their work and their portfolios.

I hope you enjoy looking at my work and please contact me if  you would like any further info.