The first google doodles were designed by Ian David Marsden

Google Doodles by Ian David Marsden – The Original Google Doodle Artist (Year 2000 Collection)

character instructions for a fictional spiral-focused search tool, April Fool's 2000April Fool’s Google Doodle illustration, MentalPlex concept by Ian David Marsden, 2000.

MentalPlex – First-Ever Google Doodle by Ian David Marsden

MentalPlex was the first Google Doodle, launching on April Fool’s Day 2000. A humorous parody of telepathic search, it marked the start of Ian David Marsden’s Doodle series.

Google Alien Doodle – UFO Theme by Ian David Marsden

The first of a five-part alien abduction series by Ian David Marsden, where a UFO begins its playful interference with the Google logo.

Google Doodle – Alien Abduction Continues (Day 2)

The extraterrestrial storyline progresses in Day 2 of Ian David Marsden’s Alien Series, with aliens closely examining the Google letters.

Google Doodle – Alien Series Investigates (Day 3)

Aliens investigate the letters of the Google logo in Day 3 of Ian David Marsden’s 2000 Alien Abduction narrative.

Google Doodle – Alien Abduction Escalates (Day 4)

The UFO activity intensifies in Day 4 of the Alien Series, as Ian David Marsden’s characters begin abducting parts of the logo.

Final installment of the Alien Doodle Series by Ian David Marsden – UFO exits scene.

Google Doodle – Final Alien Departure (Day 5)

The story concludes in Day 5 of the Alien Abduction Series, as the UFO departs, completing the first serialized Google Doodle concept.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Cycling (Day 1)

The first Doodle of the Sydney 2000 Olympics series. A cartoon kangaroo pedals over the Google logo, marking the start of the games on September 15, 2000.

Google Doodle from Sydney Olympics with kangaroo and Olympic rings – Ian David Marsden, 2000.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Olympic Rings (Day 2)

On Day 2, the Google logo features colorful Olympic rings and a kangaroo mascot jumping into the design. Appeared on September 16, 2000.

Google Doodle by Ian David Marsden – kangaroo lifting weights for Olympic theme, 2000.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Weightlifting (Day 3)

A cartoon kangaroo lifts weights in place of the second “o” in the logo. Celebrates Olympic weightlifting on September 17, 2000.

Kangaroo carrying Olympic torch – Sydney 2000 Google Doodle by Ian David Marsden.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Torch Relay (Day 4)

A kangaroo mascot runs with the Olympic torch across the Google logo. Part of the Sydney 2000 Olympics Doodle series – appeared September 18, 2000.

Google Doodle with cartoon bear in a kayak – Sydney Olympics 2000 by Ian David Marsden.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Kayaking (Day 5)

On Day 5, a bear paddles a kayak through the Google logo. One of the rare non-kangaroo designs in the Sydney 2000 Doodle series.

Kayak, Canoeing, Sydney Olympics, Google Doodles, 2000

A kangaroo prepares to dive into a pool from a board replacing the second “g” in the logo. Featured on Google’s homepage September 20, 2000.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Basketball (Day 7)

The “l” in Google is a basketball hoop, with a kangaroo mascot dribbling toward it. Published September 21, 2000.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Long Jump (Day 8)

A l from the logo held by a leaping kangaroo jumps over the logo in Google. Symbolizing agility and creativity, it appeared September 22, 2000.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Archery (Day 9)

A target replaces the first “o” as a kangaroo draws a bow and arrow. Live on Google’s homepage September 23, 2000.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Soccer (Day 10)

A soccer ball forms the second “o” as a kangaroo in full kit kicks across the Google logo. Featured September 24, 2000.

Google Doodle of kangaroo in Olympic gear holding medal on winner’s podium.

Sydney Olympics 2000 Google Doodle – Gold Medal Podium (Day 11)

A victorious kangaroo stands on the Olympic podium with a gold medal beside the Google logo. Closing Doodle of the Sydney 2000 series – September 25, 2000.

4th of July Google Doodle Series – Day 1: Founding Fathers Meet

Three founding fathers gather beside the Google logo in quiet conversation. Part 1 of the July 4th 2000 celebration series – published July 1, 2000.

4th of July Google Doodle Series – Day 2: Founding Fathers BBQ

The Founding Fathers happily grill beside the Google logo in colonial attire. Day 2 of the Independence Day 2000 Doodles – July 2, 2000.

4th of July Google Doodle Series – Day 3: Fireworks & Toasts

Red, white and blue Google logo lights up under fireworks, with Founding Fathers celebrating. Released July 3, 2000.

Final July 4th Doodle – character painting back the classic Google colors.

4th of July Google Doodle Series – Day 4: Repainting the Logo

A Founding Father repaints the temporarily white Google logo letters to restore original colors. Concludes the July 4th 2000 series – July 4, 2000.

New Year’s Eve 2000 Google Doodle – polar bears with clock and party hats.

Google Doodle – New Year’s Eve 2000 by Ian David Marsden

Two festive polar bears celebrate the arrival of 2001 next to a midnight-themed Google logo. Final Doodle from Ian David Marsden’s official year as Google Doodle artist.