Biography

Li lives and works in Toronto. Li's work has been and won several design competitions and awards, published articles for various journals, and has an ongoing practice in art and designs.

Taking inspiration from daily life, Li’s mission is to transform the everyday mundane into exceptionally unique pieces by using his hands. His work ranges from turning discarded fortune cookie papers into a wall of happy thoughts to transforming ordinary eggs into an extraordinary light show. In 2019, Li completed his first public art sculpture for the City of Peterborough in Ontario, Canada. Called 'Your story', the sculpture is installed on the City's Library Commons and designed to evoke a book cover twisting in the wind. Standing 20 feet tall, the wooden structure creates a sense of movement through a series of undulating fin-like columns which make the sculpture feel alive. For Li, it is important that each person who walks inside has a chance to experience this fluidity and discover their own journey.

Li's  art education and experience has been informed from various cultures – from Northern Ireland to Calgary to New York City and Toronto, Li's strengths are in working with his hands and thinking creatively. Most importantly, the larger goal is to help others see the world a little differently.