Laura O'Connor

Laura O'Connor is a Lecturer in Foundation Studies at the Belfast School of Art, part of Ulster University's Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences. Her work spans digital arts, sculpture, and community engagement, often addressing themes of privacy, data ethics, and cultural identity.

• Turner Prize 2021 Winner
• Active in curatorial activism and collaborative art projects
• Focus on Northern Ireland's cultural landscape and contemporary art practices

Her recent research outputs (2018–2025) include exhibitions and installations exploring digital privacy, user-generated content, and social justice. Awards highlight her impact in the arts, while her activities involve organizing conferences and panel discussions.

As a doctoral graduate, she authored the thesis Warped Mirrors: Contemporary Representation of Women on Screen (2018), supervised by Dr. Siobhan Chan and Dr. Chris Driver.