# Hyperrealist Confectionary Paintings Robert Bernardi Creates Art Made for Avid Sweet Tooth's By Ariel Weber | Published 2013-01-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roberto-bernardi References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/roberto-bernardi-candy-hyperrealistic-oil-paintings) & [robertobernardi](http://www.robertobernardi.com/index.html) Artist Roberto Bernardi makes pictures come alive with his extremely convincing paintings of delicious confections. The [candy still-life images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition) are so realistic that they look as if they have been photographed. In reality, the artist has carefully painted each of these images to give the appearance that they were captured in reality. Some of the delectable treats include [lollipops, jelly rings, candy canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-table) and [bubblegum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hubbabubbabuilding). From its background down to the minute detailing of the candy pieces, these astonishing portraits are so well painted that it really is hard to believe they were not photographed in a candy shop. The second you view the artwork by Robert Bernardi, not only will you be inspired and in awe of his artistic ability but your sweet tooth will be craving many of these featured delights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hyperrealistic Art:** Opportunity for artists to create paintings that are so realistic they resemble photographs. - **Confectionary Art:** Potential for artists to focus on painting realistic images of delicious confections. - **Photorealistic Paintings:** Artists can explore the technique of creating paintings that mimic the appearance of photographs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art:** Artists can leverage hyperrealistic techniques to create visually captivating and realistic artwork. - **Confectionery:** Opportunity for confectionery companies to collaborate with artists and leverage hyperrealistic paintings in their marketing campaigns. - **Photography:** Photographers can be inspired by hyperrealistic paintings and explore new ways to capture realistic images. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious.md) - [Candy-Like Colorful Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gele-series.md) - [Architectural Sugar Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-story-of-salt-and-sugar.md) - [Candy-Like Glossy Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luis-gimeno.md) - [Confectionary Graffiti Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolly-rancher-gummie.md) - [Sushi-Inspired 3D-Printed Confections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-confections.md) - [Design-Centric Dynamic Artful Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Street Art-Style Gummy Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolly-rancher-gummies.md)