Lilith is a 30-year-old multimedia artist, celebrated for her innovative approach to food art and her distinct voice as a queer, POC, autistic, and ADHD creator. With a lifelong passion for both food and art, Lilith’s journey began in childhood, where these interests quickly became her special focus. However, it wasn’t until her college years that she discovered her true passion for food art, particularly through the medium of cake. Over the years, she honed her craft, earning numerous accolades, including being named Washingtonian Best Wedding Vendor for two consecutive years and having her work featured in prestigious publications like Rock and Roll Bride Magazine.

In 2022, after five successful years in the baking industry, Lilith chose to step away from the demands of constant baking, realizing it no longer brought her joy. This decision led her to embrace faux food art, allowing her to reconnect with her love for cake decorating without the sensory overload and stress that had previously burdened her. Today, her work as GLTNI is a vibrant expression of her unique mind, exploring themes of sensory needs, morality, mental health, and her experiences as a late-diagnosed autistic individual. Through GLTNI, Lilith continues to unmask and redefine herself, creating art that is as much about personal liberation as it is about visual innovation.

My work as GLTNI is a true exploration of my weird, vibrant mind. As a late-diagnosed autistic person, I have spent the last few years rediscovering who I am, completely unmasking, and embracing my identity. My art is a reflection of this journey, focusing on my sensory needs, morality, struggles with eating disorders, and mental health. It’s about breaking free from the boxes that society tries to place us in and celebrating the wild, untamed imagination that defines me.

Food has always been a central theme in my life, but it was only after I stepped away from the pressures of professional baking that I truly found my voice. Faux food art has given me the freedom to express myself without the constraints that previously held me back. My work is messy, raw, and unapologetically honest—a mirror to the chaos and beauty of my inner world. Through my art, I aim to tell a story that is deeply personal yet universally resonant. I invite you into GLTNI’s world, where every piece is a window into my mind and an expression of the freedom I’ve fought so hard to achieve.