Humour is the light that gets people through the rotten parts of life. Growing up in Ireland, it’s built into the culture but often taken for granted. A joke, a bit of wit, one eejit’s perfectly timed comment can turn tears into laughter and serve as a reminder that things will be okay.

This loud, illustrative book is inspired by the designer’s infamous ‘Quote Book’, something she has kept for four years, capturing every ridiculous thing said in her vicinity. It’s a piece about Irish humour and its influence: how it’s used to cope, how it’s used to connect, and how it carries people through the bad weeks as much as the good ones.

The work celebrates the unique way the Irish wield words, not just for entertainment, but as a form of emotional armour. It explores how shared laughter creates bonds that outlast the moments themselves, turning ordinary conversations into cheeky, cherished memories. How the last four years of college have showcased this truth, even if they were a bit ridiculous.

This is something that has been created as a reminder not to take a good laugh for granted, because in a life that can be long, rotten, and difficult, humour remains one of the strongest tools available to make it feel lighter.