Diguised Fruit Photography

'Strange Fruit' Depicts Fruit Undercover as Everyday Objects

This collection of images by German art director Sarah Illenberger is the ultimate example of quirky food art.

The project entitled 'Strange Fruits' sees Illenberger re-imagine the classic Chanel lipstick with a bright orange carrot, a rubik's cube made from a cocktail of fruits, and an apple coated with human hair. Other images in the series include a beetroot handcrafted as precious diamonds, a laced-up banana and an aubergine with a wooden inside. Sarah Illenberger works from her Berlin studio and contributes work to a number of magazine editorials.

The fun pictures are sure to put a smile on your face, and these images look good enough to eat!



Photo Credits: sarahillenberger, designboom

Quirky Food Art
There is an opportunity to create unique and playful food art by disguising fruits as everyday objects.
Creative Food Photography
Exploring new ways to photograph food by incorporating unexpected elements and compositions can create visually stunning images.
Innovative Food Design
Designing food items that resemble everyday objects can add an element of surprise and delight to the dining experience.

Sectors Adopting This

Art and Design
Artists and designers can incorporate fruit as a medium for creative expression, pushing the boundaries of traditional food photography and design.
Food and Beverage
Restaurants and food brands can utilize quirky food art techniques to create visually appealing menu items and marketing materials.
Photography and Visual Arts
Photographers and visual artists can experiment with unconventional approaches to food photography, drawing inspiration from this unique fruit disguised photography project.
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