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Sharon Walsh
Brand Consultant & Art Director
Sharon Walsh is an Art Director and Brand Consultant based in Ireland. She runs her own consultancy at Sharon-walsh.com.23 With a background in design, Sharon has developed a passion for visual communication and its power to convey messages effectively.1
Career and Experience
Sharon's journey into design began with an unconventional motivation - she wanted to be useful to a band by creating posters, as she lacked musical talent.1 This initial interest eventually led her to discover the importance of good visual communication during her college years, which solidified her love for design.1
Throughout her career, Sharon has worked on various projects, including:
- Brand Development for Rituals
- Art Direction for Heinrich Dinkelacker2
She has also been involved in initiatives aimed at addressing gender imbalance in the Irish creative sector, such as WhyDesign.1
Education and Skills
Sharon studied at IADT Dun Laoghaire, which likely contributed to her foundation in design.3 Her expertise spans brand consultancy and art direction, skills she now applies in her independent consultancy work.23
Involvement in WhyDesign
Sharon is actively involved with WhyDesign, a community initiative addressing gender imbalance in the Irish creative sector. She joined the team after reaching out to Kim Mackenzie-Doyle and has since been working alongside other inspirational women in the industry.1
Personal Outlook
Sharon is passionate about promoting design as a viable and important career option, especially to young people. She has participated in projects with primary school children, teaching them creative problem-solving techniques and helping them appreciate the practical applications of design in the world.1
Despite facing challenges as a woman in the design industry, Sharon remains optimistic and sees herself as part of a larger movement working towards positive change.1 She is always open to discussing new opportunities and continues to contribute to the creative field through her work and community involvement.3
