Maie Helm

Maie Helm (b. 1958) is an Estonian artist who studied at the Tartu Art School from 1973
to 1977 and at the Estonian State Art Institute in the field of graphic art from 1978 to
1984. Helm, who is one of the few contemporary Estonian animalists, often explores
surrealistic themes in her work, where the animal world reflects social and subconscious
tensions. She has been actively participating in exhibitions since 1981 and is a member
of the Association of Estonian Printmakers.