Olivia Ireland

Writing by Olivia Ireland // Illustration by Helena Ravenne // In a world of complex personalities, it is important we all acknowledge the difference between face value and what really goes on beneath that.

Writing by Olivia Ireland // Illustration by Franz Lang // Numbers, medals, and certificates seem to define a person’s achievements. However, what really adds to the quality and depth to a person’s time throughout university and life is having the ability to lift other people up, commit even when the world around you says no and create a positive environment.

Olivia–or Liv as she goes by–is a lost student attempting to “find herself” through studies and travel. In her spare time she invests diligently in creating trashy Instagram posts, running around Lake Burley Griffin and writing controversial articles for the pure joy of finding people to argue with.

Writing by Olivia Ireland // Illustration by Paige Lambert //  So, to all my striving perfectionists, I invite you to try something very simple. Look out in the world, and see something imperfect you love.