︎     lillianliarts@gmail.com
︎     lillianliarts
︎     Beijing, China




Hi, I’m Lillian Li



I am a self-taught illustrator based in Beijing, with a lifelong passion for art. Growing up, I was drawn to creativity but also excelled in math, which led me to pursue a degree in Financial Management at the Central University of Finance and Economics. After more than a decade as a senior finance manager, the call of art proved irresistible. I finally took the leap to follow my dream and transitioned into a full-time career in illustration.

My work is infused with depth, whimsy, and purpose. Drawing inspiration from my love of travel, cooking, music, science, and dogs, I create narrative-driven pieces characterized by coordinated color schemes, visual metaphors, and an inventive approach to interpreting briefs.




Selected Clients


The Lancet Infectious Diseases
The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women’s Health
Field of Vision Magazine
Changjiang Literature & Art Press





Awards & Recognitions



World Illustration Awards

2025   Longlisted (Editorial)
2024   Shortlisted (Editorial)    
2024   Shortlisted (Book Covers)
2024   Longlisted (Design, Product & Packaging)
2023   Longlisted (Design, Product & Packaging)


Creative Quarterly

2023-74th   Winner (Graphic Design)
2023-74th   Runner-up (Illustration)
2023-73th   Runner-up (Illustration)

Tapirulan illustration competition

2024-19th   Selected (Illustration)

International Juried Art Competition

2023   Talent Prize (Oil Painting)

Britain International Creative Competition

2021   Silver Medal (Illustration)

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