# Skull Popcicles David Sykes Brings Us Dessert In Another Abstract Food Collection By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skull-popcicles-david-sykes References: [cakeheadlovesevil](http://cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress.com/2009/07/07/skull-pops/) & [davidsykes](http://davidsykes.com/) David Sykes and his love for food is pretty hard to miss with the collections we've seen from him over the last little while. These [skull pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swizzels-squashies-squeletons) are no different. David Sykes knows better than most people how to connect with food and give it an aspect of life, or to take an aspect of life and make it into food, whichever you prefer. His skill for [food art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious) is extremely hard to mimic and it’s nice to see he’s found an area that no one can match him on. Keep the meals coming, Sykes, and we’ll continue to eat ‘em up! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Abstract Food Art:** Exploring creative ways of presenting food as art can add novelty to traditional culinary experiences - **Food Sculpting:** Sculpting food and desserts into shapes can create a visually compelling experience for diners - **Death-themed Food:** Innovating food concepts and designs with darker themes can appeal to a specific target audience looking for unique experiences ### Where This Applies - **Restaurant:** Restaurants can incorporate abstract and visually stunning food art to enhance customer experiences and distinguish themselves in a competitive market - **Event Planning:** Event planners can work with food artists to create themed events that feature visually striking food sculptures and designs - **Confectionery:** Confectionery companies can explore the market for darker-themed food designs and target consumers seeking unique and edgier products ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spooky Ice Cream Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scoops-skulls-series.md) - [Novelty Gelato Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelato-pop.md) - [Coffin-Shaped Ice Cream Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-alchemist-by-jdo.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Collaborative Ice Cream Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-ice-cream.md) - [Mushroom-Infused Popsicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shroomsicles.md) - [Satirical Popsicle Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-the-rich-popsicles.md) - [Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious.md) - [Design-Centric Dynamic Artful Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake.md)