“This piece aims to remind us of the non-human elements around us and the impact we make on the environment and animal life.”
T?his cover design highlights the wildlife and seasonal influence of Dublin, bringing forward these characters in urban space against a background of wintry environs. This piece aims to remind us of the non-human elements around us and the impact we make on the environment and animal life. Visually, the reduced palette of winter – sparse, pale, a strong contrast between bright and dark – is used to portray a quieter and more introspective time of year as well.
I am a graphic designer, illustrator, and multidisciplinary artist based in Dublin, originally from San Francisco. My artwork explores enmeshed narratives of folklore, science fiction, fantasy, and the natural world. I currently work both in-house and freelance across multiple local design and marketing teams. To contact me or to view my portfolio, please visit claradudley.com or follow me on Instagram @clara_voyant_.
"The idea for this cover was an ode to the post workers, couriers and delivery drivers who just (literally) carried the Christmas season on their backs."
"I wanted the Luas to look like Rudolph but also like it was a sleigh in the snow to add to the Christmas vibe."
"Since moving to Dublin a year ago, my bag has filled with little pieces that reflect the rhythm of daily life here."
“Dublin’s streets are crying out for more trees but in parts of the city, the ones we have are being hacked to bits,” says Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan.
