Olivia Müller is a British-German artist raised in Solihull, England, and now based in Bremen, Germany. Growing up bilingual in a multicultural, neurodiverse family taught Müller that communication styles are varied and highly individual. This lived experience of translation between languages and cognitive styles has shaped her practice, which centres on how individuals and communities navigate linguistic, cultural, and cognitive diversity. She is keenly interested in the potential struggles, nuances, and creative possibilities inherent in different modes of expression, particularly within groups that prioritise inclusivity. This unique perspective has fostered the patience and empathy central to her work, informing not only her thinking but her ability to help others feel heard and understood through art.

Müller’s artistic inquiries into language, semiotics, and connection culminate primarily in printmaking and installation projects. During her studies at UCLA in 2023, she gained experience with various printmaking techniques, later focusing on screen printing. A significant project was a commission for Professor Bianca Vienni-Baptista at ETH Zürich, where she created a series of screen prints at Edinburgh Printmakers, commemorating the late scholar Julie Thompson Klein. These works were exhibited internationally at the ITD2024 and AIS2025 conferences, facilitating global dialogue and reflection on Klein’s pioneering work in interdisciplinary studies.

In 2024, Müller graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Intermedia Art from the University of Edinburgh. Her final Degree Show project, which expanded on the semiotics of error messages, combined screen printing with site-specific installations to explore how communication systems shape perception and interaction. She has since been accepted to the Master’s program in Integrated Design at HfK Bremen. There, she aims to advance her inquiries within the frameworks of graphic and communication design, translating her artistic investigations into design strategies that cultivate connection and inclusive, accessible experiences.