Lily Marylander was born in Wuhan, China, and adopted at 13 months old by her Chinese mother and Jewish father.

She grew up in Oakland, California, surrounded by the diverse perspectives and cultural fabric of the East Bay. Her personal history informs her mixed-media art practice, leading her to question heritage, belonging, and self-definition complexities.

Lily is currently pursuing two BFA degrees at California College of the Arts in San Francisco. She is double majoring in Sculpture and Jewelry Metal Arts with a minor in Ecological Practices.

When not locked in her studio, Lily enjoys cooking, dancing, and road trips.