Cultured Donuts: Take a Bite Out of Art History

Tyler takes a holey irreverent approach to art education in this pastry pastiche, whose 16 images of a pink-frosted doughnut with rainbow sprinkles mimic the styles of famous artists, from Da Vinci to Basquiat. Spotlighting mostly white male creators from the U.S. and Europe, each full spread lays out the artist’s background and impact alongside a doughnut rendered in the form of an emblematic work; a “Delicious Detail” highlights a fascinating factoid. Monet’s pastry sits tucked amid impressionistic water lilies and surface reflections, a Cassatt revels in well-lighted textures, a Van Gogh appears amid The Starry Night swirls, and a Seurat appears in pointillist textures. It’s a well-executed, if disappointingly uninclusive, take on art mimicking life—or at least Dunkin’ Donuts. Tips & Tricks for Tasty Technique effectively deconstruct processes used; a glossary defines art movements, styles, and techniques. Ages 8–12. (Oct.)