With Thanksgiving upon us, it’s hard to avoid being inundated with images of food at every turn! But did you know that food illustration is actually a very popular market, with many artists focusing solely on depicting food and drink?
From 50 Markets of Illustration, "Throughout history, the depiction of food has been a popular topic of interest. According to New Yorker columnist, Kyle Chayka, 'Food holds a special place in visual culture and still-lifes of food are an ongoing obsession with artists.’"
Wondering what kinds of clients are looking for food illustration?
"National restaurant chains, food manufacturers, cookbook publishers, ad agencies, wineries, dining and travel magazines, and fruit and vegetable wholesalers/retailers exemplify the types of companies that seek pleasingly illustrated food art. Stylized representations of food are also a hot commodity in the licensing market, limited-edition print field, and the gallery circuit."
