Meet the Light Artist: Daisy Doig

Daisy Doig at her Studio, © Daisy Doig

Daisy Doig is a Brighton-based neon artist whose work reflects the chaos, fragility and quiet beauty of human life. Using traditional glass techniques alongside raw, expressive illustrations, she treats neon as a deeply personal medium; one that holds both vulnerability and strength. For Light Up Kilburn 2026, Daisy will present a light installation focused on night-time safety. We spoke with Daisy to learn more about her practice and her plans for the festival below.

How did you get started as a light artist?

I persuaded my dad, Andy Doig, to have me as a student at his neon school (I had to write an email to show I was serious) and the moment I picked up the glass I just knew this was what I wanted to do. Five years later and I’m still as determined as ever to continue to grow in this fascinating world.

How does your work connect to the Light Up Kilburn 2026 themes of biodiversity and women’s safety?

I was always told to knock on doors if I was alone and in trouble. Subconsciously, I still look for the house with the lights on. Always.

Daisy Doig, The Alcoholic, © Daisy Doig

What materials or techniques are you using, and why?

There’s a raw attraction to feeling neon glow on your skin; it draws you in close. As an artist, it’s an incredible medium that suspends people in a moment, whether it’s comfortable or not.

What do you anticipate will be the biggest challenge of creating your work outdoors?

With all of my work there are always challenges to overcome whether that be at the studio or in an outdoor space. I find it’s best to be adaptable and quick to think on your feet.

“I still look for the house with the lights on”

What impact do you hope your work will have on the community, and how can locals get involved?

I have spent time studying the urban street-scape of Kilburn and will celebrate this through the design of the artwork. There will be an opportunity for the community to co-create during the design process of this work.

What are you most looking forward to at Light Up Kilburn?

The feeling of the community walking amongst the artwork.

Daisy Doig, Bitter Lemons, © Daisy Doig

“There’s a raw attraction to feeling neon glow on your skin”

One word to describe Light Up Kilburn?

Luminosity

Daisy Doig, Sip, © Daisy Doig