I am a paper engineer, illustrator and author with twelve years of experience art directing and creating paper artwork for editorial and advertising clients. I also design and illustrate interactive and immersive books for children and adults, including the first pop-up book sent into space.
I graduated from Central Saint Martins in 2009 with a degree in Graphic Design. My studio was based in South London until 2021 when I relocated to Bristol (UK).
As a paper engineer, I have worked with clients that include Vanity Fair, Vogue, Fanta and TIME magazine. As an author and illustrator, I have published books with Laurence King and Michael O'Mara Books. I currently split my time between books, paper engineering, and teaching for MA Illustration (online) for Falmouth University.
Teaching
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Pop-up Book Fundamentals: Storytelling with Paper and Light
Learn fundamental techniques to create your own pop-up books that come to life with light, from the initial concept to the finished 3D model
A course by Helen Friel, Paper Engineer, Illustrator, and Author
Professional listing
- Helen Friel – @helenfriel
- Paper Engineer, Illustrator & Author
- www.helenfriel.com
