Art you can eat by Michelle Wibowo

You know what's cooler than art? Edible art. World-renowned sugar artist and cake sculptor Michelle Wibowo doesn't just bake and decorate cakes, she designs and sculpts them into beautiful pieces of artwork. She's won numerous awards, and her creations are exhibited around the world.

Her most recent project is a gingerbread replica of King's Landing. Aside from the fictional city, the British artist has also recreated Van Gogh's Portrait of Dr. Gachet in jelly beans, Michelangelo's The Creation of Adam in marshmallows and cake sprinkles, and a portrait of Prince William and Prince George in chocolate bars.

Be sure to check out Michelle 's website to see more of her creations, and her blog and Facebook page for updates on her latest projects.

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