Olivia Müller (b.2002) 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 early that communication styles can be varied and highly individual. This has shaped her practice, which explores how both individuals and communities navigate linguistic, cultural, and cognitive diversity. She is particularly interested in how communication occurs within groups that value inclusivity, and in understanding the potential struggles, nuances, and creative possibilities inherent in different modes of expression. This constant practice of translation within her own life, both between languages and communication styles, has fostered patience, empathy and a natural ability to help others feel heard and understood. These qualities are central to her work, informing not only how she approaches her own thinking but how she engages with others through art. 

Müller’s interests culminate primarily in printmaking and installation projects that investigate language, semiotics, and community. During her time studying at UCLA in 2023, she gained experience with multiple printmaking techniques, which later developed into a focused practice in screen printing. One of her most significant projects was a commission with Professor Bianca Vienni-Baptista at ETH Zürich, where she created a series of ten screen prints, at Edinburgh Printmakers, to commemorate the late scholar Julie Thompson Klein. These works were exhibited at the ITD2024 and AIS2025 conferences, facilitating international dialogue and reflection on her 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 expanded on the semiotics of error messages, combining screen printing with site-specific installations to explore how systems of communication shape perception and interaction. Since, she has recently been accepted to the Master’s program in Integrated Design at HfK Bremen, where she aims to develop her explorations within the frameworks of graphic and communication design. The goal is to translate her artistic investigations into design strategies that foster connection, bridge linguistic divides, and create accessible, inclusive experiences.