# Sweet Tooth Paintings Jean Zaun Recreates Classic Works of Art Using Chocolate By Michael Hines | Published 2011-01-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-zaun References: [odditycentral](http://www.odditycentral.com/pics/the-edible-masterpieces-of-confectioner-jean-zaun.html) & [wertzcandy](http://www.wertzcandy.com/chocolate/default.html) Jean Zaun is a [chocolatier turned artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venchi-x-anna-higgie-prestige-advent-calendar) who repaints classic works of art using chocolate. Jean Zaun uses chocolate and food coloring to paint everything, from paintings like The Scream to The Mona Lisa. You don't have to be an art or chocolate-lover to be blown away by Jean Zaun's works. The level of detail accompanying these [edible works of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-chocolate-story) is truly epic. Check out a few of Jean Zaun's [chocolate masterpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake) in the gallery above. So much for starving artists. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Edible Art:** Creating works of art using edible materials, such as chocolate, provides a unique and delicious experience for art enthusiasts. - **Food as Medium:** Exploring the use of food as a creative medium opens up new possibilities for artistic expression and culinary innovation. - **Interactive Art:** Incorporating edible elements into art allows for a multisensory experience, engaging viewers in a more interactive and immersive way. ### Where This Applies - **Art:** Artists can explore the use of edible materials as a new medium to create unique and innovative artworks. - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can collaborate with artists and explore innovative ways to incorporate edible elements into their products, offering consumers a multisensory experience. - **Hospitality:** Hotels, restaurants, and event venues can leverage edible art installations to enhance guest experiences, creating memorable and interactive environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Screen-Printed Chocolate Tiled Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-room-1.md) - [Fine Art-Covered Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-cacao-artbars.md) - [Painterly Chocolate Bunny Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solid-chocolate-bunnies.md) - [Edible Artist-Created Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mothers-day-artist-collection.md) - [Parisian Landmark Chocolate Replicas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notre-dame-cathedral.md) - [Artful Limited Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ed-ruscha-x-andsons.md) - [Artist Valentine’s Day Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-valentines-chocolate.md) - [Topographical Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-california-bar.md) - [Hand-Painted Vegan Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painted-with-love-chocolate-bon-bons.md)