# Crochet Cuisine This Knitted Food Art by Thomas C Chung is Delightfully Delectable By Summer Luu | Published 2011-01-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomas-c-chung References: [lostateminor](http://www.lostateminor.com/2011/01/06/thomas-c-chungs-knitted-food-art/) & [facebook](http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=18376&id=137211662976397) Entering a foodie's world, artist Thomas C Chung has created a set of delicious artworks in the form of [knitted sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-series), installations and 2D images. A collection of [ice cream, bonbons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluffee-floss) and salty snacks, these recreations of [sweets and junk foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moma-mart) are definitely my kind of art. Its intricate designs are so appetizing and vibrant that the pieces almost look real. Though mouthwatering, these pieces by Thomas C Chung are good to look at, but not to eat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Food Art:** Exploring the growing trend of using food as a medium for artistic expression. - **Textile Sculptures:** Highlighting the emerging trend of using textiles to create sculptures and installations. - **Hyperrealistic Art:** Showcasing the trend of creating art that closely resembles real objects and blurs the line between reality and illusion. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists and designers to explore new mediums, such as food and textiles, to create unique and visually stunning artworks. - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to incorporate artistic elements into food presentation, packaging, and marketing to enhance the overall dining experience. - **Fashion and Textiles:** Potential for fashion designers and textile manufacturers to collaborate with artists and create innovative clothing and accessories that feature textile sculptures and knitted designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Felt-Made Novelty Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourdon-street-chippy.md) - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md) - [Realistic Food Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantlers-rations.md) - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md) - [Food-Inspired Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dish-pics.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Fine Art-Covered Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-cacao-artbars.md) - [Sculptural Knitted Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-knitted-objects.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md)