Der-shing Helmer
Der-shing Helmer is an Ignatz award-winning and Eisner-nominated science-fantasy and educational comic artist from California, and has been the Managing Editor at Vault Comics since 2022. While self-taught in art and comics, they have a biology degree from UC Berkeley and a formal background in science education.
Before their current pursuits and self-publishing personal work under the business name "Shingworks," Der-shing worked in the games and comic industry. Past clients and employers have included Disney, Autodesk, Sony, First Second, Lerner Books, and many others.
In their free time, Der-shing cultivates interesting plants and serves as the Vice President and of the San Diego Cactus and Succulent Society.
For inquiries, please reach out at hello [at] shingworks [dot] com. Thanks for visiting!