New York City-based illustrator and visual researcher with experience in editorial publishing, image research, gallery outreach, and community arts education. Worked with Harper’s Magazine’s Art Department and AHRC NYC, bringing researched visual reference into character-driven storytelling. Recognized by American Illustration, Homiens, iJungle, Hiii Illustration, It’s Nice That, and IMPULSE Magazine, with a strong focus on inclusive, narrative-led art-making and professional editorial illustration.

Lily Li

New York City-based illustrator and visual researcher with experience in editorial publishing, image research, gallery outreach, and community arts education. Worked with Harper’s Magazine’s Art Department and AHRC NYC, bringing researched visual reference into character-driven storytelling. Recognized by American Illustration, Homiens, iJungle, Hiii Illustration, It’s Nice That, and IMPULSE Magazine, with a strong focus on inclusive, narrative-led art-making and professional editorial illustration.

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New York City-based illustrator and visual researcher with experience in editorial publishing, image research, gallery outreach, and community arts education. Worked with Harper’s Magazine’s Art Department and AHRC NYC, bringing researched visual reference into character-driven storytelling.
Recognized by American Illustration, Homiens, iJungle, Hiii Illustration, It’s Nice That, and IMPULSE Magazine, with a strong focus on inclusive, narrative-led art-making and professional editorial illustration.

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Language

Chinese
Fluent
Korean
Intermediate
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Intern at Harper's Magazine Art Department
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Contributed to the art department by conducting image research, supporting gallery outreach, and developing visual references for editorial storytelling and art direction.
Art Intern (Harper's Magazine Art Department) at Harper's Magazine
January 1, 2025 - Present
Contributed to Harper’s Magazine’s Art Department by performing image research, supporting gallery outreach, and developing visual reference materials for editorial storytelling and art direction.
Teaching Artist at AHRC NYC
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed and led inclusive art-making programs for participants with developmental disabilities. Guided individuals to explore personal narratives through mixed media, supporting creativity, communication, and self-expression in a community setting.
Artist Assistant at NotPaulSimon
January 1, 2022 - Present
Provided comprehensive studio support for daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and contributing to technical processes under the artist’s guidance. Assisted with studio tasks to support production and day-to-day project needs.
Curator Assistant at B&O Charity Exhibition (Beijing)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Assisted with exhibition planning and layout. Coordinated artwork merchandising and pricing to support overall exhibition management and visitor presentation.
Curator Assistant at B&O Charity Exhibition
January 1, 2021 - Present
Assisted with exhibition planning and layout. Coordinated artwork merchandising and pricing to support overall exhibition management and visitor presentation.

Education

Bachelor of Art at School of Visual Arts
September 6, 2021 - May 15, 2025
Majoring in Illustration
BFA - Illustration at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Pottery maker certificate at Yishouge Pottery School
January 1, 2024 - July 18, 2026
BFA - Illustration at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Pottery maker certificate at Yishouge Pottery School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Pottery Making
June 5, 2023 - June 15, 2023

Industry Experience

Other, Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization
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