Sunday, December 6, 2009

Great Masterpieces in Coffee

Cup o' Joe this week:

Artsy Spot showcased the world's greatest masterpieces in coffee.

Since it is Christmastime, I chose this one as an example:

Coffee Art

To view the site, go to Coffee Creations. Many incredible works of art done in coffee/espresso there!

You can also learn more the artist, click ---> Karen.

Here is what she had to say about her creations:

"Coffee art is a truly unique art form. It requires a thoughtful and delicate touch. Capturing the depth of these classic works is only possible through a slow and sophisticated process of building layers upon layers of espresso.

I first thought of the idea of painting with coffee while watching rich, red-brown espresso pouring perfectly into my cup. As I enjoyed my hot latte, it occured to me that perhaps I could take my passion for coffee to a deeper level. So I dipped my brush and began painting, and to my delight, it worked beautifully.

Painting with coffee is a completely enjoyable experience…Most often I paint in the coffee shop immersed in the delicious aroma of freshly ground coffee and sounds of low conversation, steam, and grind, which continue to inspire me as I watch my brush add new dimensions to the painting.

I hope that each painting brings you into the same warm atmosphere."


Beautiful & interesting art!

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10 comments:

  1. hand-painted in espresso. wow. blimey!

    just enjoying my luvverly morning cup of tea....

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  2. how cool...and then if push comes to shove you can lick the painting....smiles.

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  3. Honestly thank for sharing that.She really deserve a shout out,she's got talent and it's wicked!And yes coffee is the best for inspiration!

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  4. That is a great image! Between that and your snow falling, I am getting all warm and fuzzy!

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  5. Who knew coffee could be so versatile.. I saw a segment on the news about a guy who paints with coffee, but his work was abstract and he used his hands. I can only imagine how buzzed he got as it absorbed into his pores.

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  6. I love your header, btw. That'll be me when I pass on...

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  7. Those were great. I can't decide if I like the Sistine Chapel ceiling or The Thinker better. What a wonderful idea she had. Thanks for sharing it.

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  8. Ahh now it's all making sense, someone sent me an email of the Mona Lisa in coffee! Crazy.

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  9. Hi! Wings,
    First, the 25 days to Halloween countdown...now this!
    Thanks, for the link...I will be adding it to my Booksandcupofcoffee blog.
    DeeDee

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