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Delicious Dessert Paintings

This Mary Ellen Johnson Series is Mouth Watering

— March 23, 2012 — Pop Culture
Mary Ellen Johnson has created a series of dessert paintings. The realism of her work is impressive. Upon first glance, the images appear to be photographs; closer inspection, however, reveals that these works are indeed paintings. The artist's touch is so light and supple that brushstrokes are impossible to find. In fact, there are few hints of the artist's work at all.

Mary Ellen Johnson captures the essential qualities of her subjects -- dessert food -- with an undeniable clarity. When one looks at the paintings, one's mouth begins to water. Whether she depicts a banana split or ice cream sunday, one is left craving the real deal.

Painting is a very difficult endeavor and Mary Ellen Johnson has mastered the craft to an extent few could. Realism can sometimes seem pedantic and sterile, however it would be hard to deny the visceral appeal of Marry Ellen Johnson's work.
Trend Themes
1. Realistic Food Paintings - Creating realistic food paintings with an undeniable clarity can attract food lovers and restaurant industry for a unique dining experience.
2. Mastering Realistic Craft in Art - People's interest in high-quality and realistic artwork presents an opportunity for artists to push boundaries in creating visually stunning works.
3. Blurring Traditional and Modern Art Techniques - Innovative artists can blur the lines between traditional and modern art techniques by using advanced technology to create drawings and paintings.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Art - Incorporating realistic food paintings as part of fine art collections can increase their popularity and value within the industry.
2. Food and Hospitality - Restaurants can use realistic food paintings to enhance customers dining experience and create unique marketing visuals for their business.
3. Technology and Art - Combining traditional art techniques with advanced technologies such as virtual and augmented reality can revolutionize the art industry and attract technology-driven audiences.
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