It's a truth universally acknowledged that kids are rarely fond of eating their greens. Despite their reticence, fruits and vegetables are the foundation of a healthy diet, which makes parents come up with creative solutions to get their children to happily eat them. That's how food artist Sarah Lescrauwaet-Beach came up with an idea—turn these ingredients into characters, animals, objects, and even inspiring messages. Her delicious creations, which she shares on her Edible Food Art For Kids Instagram account, are also a feast for the eyes.
Lescrauwaet-Beach's adventure in the world of food art began in 2018, with a simple rabbit design. Her food collages not only put a smile on her children's faces, but also keep them coming back for more. For the artist, food art has also provided her with a way to unwind after work.
“Most of my designs start due to an event or idea I have. Then I look which fruits would work to make the design come to life,” she tells My Modern Met. “Colors are key.” Staying true to her purpose, Lescrauwaet-Beach only uses fresh fruit and vegetables, along with seeds, nuts, and occasionally a touch of chocolate. Her art does not contain any mashed potatoes, pasta, food dye or other additives.
Sticking to her values around food has made her notice the versatility of each ingredient. For Lescrauwaet-Beach, blueberries lend themselves perfectly for a myriad of elements. “I love working with blueberries. You can use them for eyes, skin, lines and background. Very healthy and delicious as well.”
The most basic of her creations take her only around 30 minutes to create, while some more complex designs take up to two hours. “I have two kids at home and it’s rare that I can finish one without interruption,” she shares. “I don’t really have a creative process. I get ideas when I listen to the news, read books or scroll online. I love healthy food and also care for humanity. So my fruit art illustrates my believes and passions.”
To stay up to date with Lescrauwaet-Beach's food art, you can follow Edible Food Art For Kids on Instagram.
Food artist Sarah Lescrauwaet-Beach turns fresh fruit and vegetables into characters, animals, objects, and even inspiring messages.
Her delicious creations, which she shares on her Edible Food Art For Kids account, are also a feast for the eyes.
Her food collages not only put a smile on her children's faces, but also keep them coming back for more.
“Most of my designs start due to an event or idea I have. Then I look which fruits would work to make the design come to life,” she tells My Modern Met. “Colors are key.”
“I love working with blueberries. You can use them for eyes, skin, lines and background. Very healthy and delicious as well.”
Staying true to her purpose, Lescrauwaet-Beach only uses fresh fruit and vegetables, along with seeds, nuts, and occasionally a touch of chocolate
“I get ideas when I listen to the news, read books or scroll online. I love healthy food and also care for humanity. So my fruit art illustrates my believes and passions.”
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My Modern Met granted permission to feature photos by Sarah Lescrauwaet-Beach.
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