Hi, I’m Lauren Collier, a multimedia designer based in Dublin. I hold a degree from BCFE and a BA from Technological University Dublin, where I built a strong foundation in visual communication. My passion for design deepened during my time at Alto Digital in Finland, where I worked on various projects that challenged both my creativity and technical skills. Illustration plays a crucial role in my work, allowing me to craft compelling visual narratives and express complex ideas with clarity and emotion. I’m especially inspired by themes like feminism, climate change, identity, and body confidence, subjects I explore through design that sparks dialogue and invites reflection.
The Molly Malone Statue is an Iconic Irish attraction and a must-see on tours of Dublin. The bronze statue has been worn to gold from being rubbed by tourists and passersby who believe it brings good luck, a rumor started by tour guides. This project challenges the so-called “tradition” of groping the Molly Malone statue in public. Humanising the statue and conveying the message visually seeks to reach a wider audience, including non-English speakers.
The campaign dominates digital screens and posters near the statue, with postcards in the Tourist Office linking to the video. It forces viewers to confront their role in how the statue is treated and the impact of repeated touch. Though many don’t know her story, Molly Malone has become a symbol of women from her time and stands as one of Dublin’s most significant female statues. Yet instead of being honored, she is groped, worn down, and reduced to a tourist spectacle. Do
Green Time is an engaging activity book designed for children aged six to eight, offering an alternative to screen time while encouraging them to explore the garden. Each volume focuses on a different season, ensuring there's always something fun to do, regardless of the weather. The books include a journal, challenges, craft tutorials, stickers, and comics, making every exploration a memorable adventure!
Join Bláithín, an energetic and imaginative eight-year-old girl, as she dons her magical green gardening gloves and starts her adventures. Accompanying her, often curled up in her front pocket, is her best friend and pet hedgehog, Quill. Each day brings the excitement of discovering something new. Getting muddy together is like a badge of honor, proof of another successful day spent in nature. As founding members of the Green Time Club, Bláithín and Quill are always encouraging new members to join the fun.