# Deceptive Sponge-Inspired Desserts The ‘Popsicles’ Series by Putput Looks Good Enough By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2012-08-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popsicles-series-by-putput References: [trendland](http://trendland.com/putput-made-popsicles-with-sponges/) & [putput.dk](http://www.putput.dk/) True talent is being able to turn an everyday object into a work of art and the ‘Popsicles’ series by Putput does just that. Putput, a creative design based out of Denmark, created a series of dessert-inspired photographs that are surprisingly deceptive. Using unorthodox materials, this series constructs ordinary sponges to look exactly like delicious [frozen treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trolli-gummi-pops). With multiple colors of sponges, materials and shapes, traditional dish sponges were transformed into [popsicle look-a-likes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popoff). By simply looking at these popsicles, it is clear how realistic they are, as they induce cravings for [ice cream sandwiches and bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-ice-cream-bars). With a little bit of creativity, attention to detail and imagination, the Popsicle series by Putput has remixed a household object into a delicious dessert depiction. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Deceptive Food-inspired Art:** Opportunities for artists to create realistic food art using unconventional materials, blurring the line between artistic expression and everyday objects. - **Unconventional Material Transformations:** The potential for innovative designers and makers to use unexpected materials to transform ordinary objects into visually stunning and deceptive creations. - **Immersive Visual Experiences:** Opportunities to engage audiences through visually compelling and interactive art installations that challenge perceptions and provoke cravings. ### Where This Applies - **Fine Arts:** Exploring deceptive food-inspired art could open up new opportunities for artists to push the boundaries of traditional mediums and redefine the concept of 'food as art.' - **Product Design:** The concept of transforming everyday objects with unconventional materials presents exciting possibilities for designers to create unique and visually captivating products. - **Experiential Marketing:** Using deceptive food-inspired art installations as a way to engage consumers in immersive brand experiences that leave a lasting impression. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ice Cream Popsicle Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/devoured-campaign.md) - [Novelty Gelato Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelato-pop.md) - [Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious.md) - [Ice Cream-Resembling Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-serve-lamp.md) - [Oozing Cake-Like Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roll-furniture.md) - [Realistic Food Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantlers-rations.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spongebob-squarepants-pops.md) - [Jet Black Dessert Concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opaque-2.md) - [Jewelry-Inspired Ice Pop Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoku-ring-pop-mold.md)