Poppyseed Portraits

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Rebecca Foster Creates Edible Works of Art

— July 23, 2011 — Art & Design
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.

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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