Olio Publication

During my second year of university, I had a module titled “Olio”, where we as a class were tasked with creating a publication from scratch. I was a production designer for this project, which was developed into a book titled “Home Sweet Home”, a collection of international artists interpretations of the word “home”.

For my Olio illustration, I wanted to do something relating to my own experiences of mental health and depression. I used softer colours and took inspiration from my childhood bedroom, to tie the lightheartedness I felt as a child with the struggle I feel as an adult.

For this page, I wanted to express that I felt failed by public healthcare, and how I continued to struggle despite reaching out for help numerous times. I also illustrated Spotify, playing my chosen song for the Olio playlist (I chose “Last Resort” by Papa Roach!)