Born and raised in England, W.H. Webb attended the University of Manchester and studied as an art teacher. A career in education followed with the artist immigrating to Canada where he became involved in Educational Administration. Further education followed at the University of Lethbridge and the University of Alberta.

In 1984 Webb commenced his career as a professional artist leading to becoming a full time artist in 1990.

Since 1984 Webb has held many solo exhibitions in Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Regina & Saskatoon and has participated in group shows in Vancouver, Victoria, the United States & the United Kingdom.

The artist is represented by Wallace Galleries Ltd, Calgary, West End Gallery, Edmonton, Hollander York Gallery, Toronto and the Barbican Gallery in the United Kingdom.

Works by W.H. Webb appear in numerous public and private collections including the State Collection of Canada, and the artist has been featured in various magazines, newspapers and television.