M. L. (they/them) is an NYC-based scenic designer with a passion for connecting to audiences through all manner of live performance. Their work is built upon grounded research, which provides a foundation for exploring the creative and collaborative potential of a space.

M. L. has an MFA in Scenic Design from the University of Connecticut and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, with minors in both Industrial Design & Japanese.

Before designing full-time, M.L. worked as a mechanical engineer in metro Detroit, where they focused on physical optimization and machine prototyping.