Contemporary Art

Sweet Art: Wayne Thiebaud-Inspired Desserts

By Trista Johnson, posted on Mar 3, 2026

Who doesn’t like desserts? This is exactly why a still life including delicious delectables always catches the eye. Wayne Thiebaud was known as the dessert artist. He was an American artist who created numerous still-life paintings featuring ice cream, pies, cakes, tortes, and candy. After learning about Thiebaud and his career, students took a deeper look at his paintings, examining how he created the appearance of three-dimensional forms with cast shadows, highlights, and shading.

View this article in the digital magazine.


Read More Like This In SchoolArts Magazine

Always Stay in the Loop

Want to know what’s new from Davis? Subscribe to our mailing list for periodic updates on new products, contests, free stuff, and great content.

Back to top