Ilya sobol

I’m a Los Angeles-based public artist and product design engineer and my work fuses emotional resonance with engineering precision. Diagnosed with ASD and ADHD, I transform neurodivergence into a superpower — fueling a practice rooted in structure, sensory awareness, and human connection. Technology and engineering are foundations of my art journey and I explore function and mechanics to create new meanings and interpretations. Whether crafting a festival installation that responds to color-coded clothing or developing a mechanically adjustable device, my work bridges the technical and the poetic.  

Beyond my artistic work, I’m a senior product design engineer with over 9 years of experience in designing smart enclosures, wearable technology, and kinetic mechanisms. I worked on international R&D projects involving IoT-enabled devices, 3D-printed precision assemblies, and interactive lighting systems, frequently blending aesthetic creativity with mechanical innovation.