An illustrated view of Massey Hall, featuring a colorful floral pattern on its faรงade and detailed architecture, including staircases and signage.

This vibrant interpretation of Toronto’s famed Massey Hall flows from Kit Li’s past life in the textured, multicolored fashion industry.

A colorful illustration of a glass greenhouse with ornate gold detailing, surrounded by various stylized flowers and greenery.
Kit Li, Allan Gardens, Toronto

ย I create to bring a sense of chaotic happiness by fusing freeform expression with constraints and reimagining everyday scenes by juxtaposing vibrant prints with mundane objects – from buildings to canned fish – Kit Li.ย 

Kit Li was born in Beijing and has lived in Hong Kong, Toronto, London, and New York City, and is widely traveled after years of working in the fashion industry.

A colorful illustration featuring various dishes on decorative plates, including a fish garnished with greens, a plate of oranges, and leafy greens, surrounded by floral designs and bright patterns.
Steamed Fish and Bok Choi, one of the pieces in Kit Li’s Tablescapes series.

Her prints sing with color.

A colorful, artistic depiction of a multi-story building with vibrant floral patterns covering the walls, accompanied by a stylized tree with flowers for branches.
Brownstones, Brooklyn, NY

“The mixture of cultures, visuals, and cultures has influenced me deeply, from the beautiful to the ridiculous, from the glaring to the subtle,” she says. Li works primarily in digital media (see the printing reel below)

Below, from the top of the post, the Canada Malting complex at Toronto Harbour.

Illustration of the Canada Malting Co. building, featuring a colorful floral pattern on its silos and a yellow structure with windows and a loading area.

Kit Li’s website, here.

Her Instagram, here.


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