My name is Lily Qian, I am an illustrator, designer and educator based in New York City.

I have a passion for combining traditional analog techniques with digital. I take inspiration from experimenting, exploring accidents that occur when mixing different materials and textured backgrounds. Aside from storytelling, I love playing with abstract shapes to create a moment of surprise in my illustrations.

My favorite subjects are people, anthropomorphic animals, sci-fi films, music and fashion. I'm interested in exploring social and environmental issues, science, psychology, art, culture, literature, and food! I've had the pleasure of working on a variety of projects in advertising, editorial, packaging, in-store murals, etc. I'm always seeking more meaningful assignments, especially for editorials and books.

I'm honored to be teaching an illustration course at The Fashion Institute of Technology with the Illustration Department. I've been invited to be a guest speaker at Apple, speaking with Illustration students at Fashion Institute of Technology, and Alberta College of Art & Design. I was a judge for the Society ofIllustrator's 63rd annual competition for the Surface/Product Design category.

Currently, I'm enjoying learning to play the piano. I live and work in Brooklyn with my lazy cat assistant,Walnut.

Here's my latest Interview with Girls Club Asia & Ballpit Mag. 

Thank you!

To stay up to date with latest work, follow @lilyqian_ on instagram

For inquiries or additional work samples, contact:

Email: lily@lily-qian.com
Tel: +1 718 755 7622

Photo by Christine Han for Cup of Jo