# Toasty Celebrity Portraits Nathan Wyburn Paints Celebrities Using Toast and Marmite By Michael Hines | Published 2010-09-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nathan-wyburn References: [odditycentral](http://www.odditycentral.com/pics/welsh-artist-paints-with-jam-and-marmite-on-toast.html) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/wyzynathan) If you're in the mood for some [edible English art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dish-pics), check out Nathan Wyburn's toast and Marmite portraits. Nathan Wyburn is a 20-year-old English artist who uses toast and Marmite to create gigantic images of English celebrities. I have never had Marmite, but it sounds like it could be tasty. Nathan Wyburn's above works took over [700 pieces of toast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warburtons-baked-baggage) to create! Check them out in the gallery above and be sure to watch the video to get a better understanding of how Nathan Wyburn works and what inspired him to use toast in his art. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Edible Art:** Opportunity for artists to explore new mediums and create unique experiences through food-based art forms. - **Unconventional Materials:** Potential for artists and designers to experiment with non-traditional materials in their creative processes, leading to unconventional and innovative artworks. - **Celebrity Culture:** Growing demand for unique and attention-grabbing celebrity-related content, providing opportunities for artists to create unconventional portraits that resonate with fans. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore and push the boundaries of traditional mediums, leveraging innovative materials and techniques for creative expression. - **Hospitality and Events:** Opportunity to incorporate edible art installations or food-based experiences in hotels, restaurants, and event venues to enhance guest experiences and differentiate from competitors. - **Media and Entertainment:** Celebrities, influencers, and media outlets can collaborate with artists to create unique and visually captivating content, leading to increased engagement and new revenue streams. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited Edition Yeast Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodbye-yellow-brick-road.md) - [Collectible Toast Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegemite-1.md) - [Melty Artisan Sourdough Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jasons-sourdough-toasties.md) - [Saucy Singer Autographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sauceographs.md) - [Provocative Spread Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmite-dark-room.md) - [Cross-Border Condiment Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smuggler-marmite.md) - [Yeast Spread Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmite-cheddar-cheese-wedge.md) - [Yeast Spread Oat Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nairns-marmite-cheese-oatcakes.md) - [Yeast Extract Tortilla Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmite-tortillas.md)