Rebecca Foster Creates Edible Works of Art
Deborah Kim — July 23, 2011 — Art & Design
References: beccafoster & illusion.scene360
British artist Rebecca Foster creates incredible illustrations from edible foods and spices. Have you ever been lectured as a kid by a parent for playing with your food? I think it is safe to say that if Rebecca Foster had listened to her parents as a child, we might not get to experience her delicious black-and-white poppyseed portraits.
According to the artist, "Each image was made on AO mount board and took about 5 hours to create. Additional shading and details were added as they were being photographed." I can only imagine that this process feels painstakingly slow, considering one wrong move could ruin a whole section of the artwork. Aside from her poppyseed portraits, Rebecca Foster also uses other food ingredients to create her collages and images.
According to the artist, "Each image was made on AO mount board and took about 5 hours to create. Additional shading and details were added as they were being photographed." I can only imagine that this process feels painstakingly slow, considering one wrong move could ruin a whole section of the artwork. Aside from her poppyseed portraits, Rebecca Foster also uses other food ingredients to create her collages and images.
Trend Themes
1. Food Art - Opportunity for restaurants and event planners to bring unique and Instagram-worthy experiences to diners and guests.
2. Edible Illustrations - Innovative branding and marketing opportunity for food and beverage companies to create creative and interactive campaigns.
3. Sustainable Art - Trend towards eco-consciousness and upcycling provides opportunity for artists to showcase art made from eco-friendly and recycled materials.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Opportunity for companies to differentiate themselves in a crowded market by incorporating food art into their products, packaging, and promotions.
2. Event Planning - Opportunity to create visually stunning and memorable events by incorporating edible art into the decor and catering.
3. Arts and Crafts - Artists can explore new mediums and incorporate food and spices into their work, while tapping into consumers' growing interest in sustainable art.
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