Press And Media

Helen Ridley is a live illustrator for luxury brands, retailers and hospitality events.  

She is the founder of Helen Ridley Illustration, painting live portraits at live events and weddings in the UK and beyond, capturing guests (and dogs!) in just 10 minutes in a fun and expressive style

She also leads watercolour and illustration workshops  for corporate clients seeking engaging team activities that boost employee wellbeing, as well as public workshops and a biannual watercolour and calligraphy retreat.

She has been Highly Commended at the Quirky Wedding Awards 2024, and featured on BBC News, Stylist Magazine, Quirky Wedding Magazine and the The Being Freelance Podcast.

Her client list includes Westfield, John Lewis, Assouline, and 1 Hotel Mayfair.

She is available for press interviews, guest articles and blogs, public speaking and collaborations.

If you’d like to invite Helen to be a guest on your podcast or feature in your publication, please get in touch and request her media kit.