Yilin is an independent artist and designer. She was born in 1999 in Jiangxi, China.

She completed her undergraduate studies at the China Academy of Art (Hangzhou) and later pursued further education at Goldsmiths, University of London (London). Her creative practice spans illustration and knitting design.

She has worked for international NGO and top luxury group, and is currently focusing on her graphic novel , I am my hometown.