Confections
The Confections series started as a response to turning 30. I ordered a kit from Martha Stewart.com that included an instructional video. When I quickly discovered my cakes were never going to look like the ones in the video and the pamphlet, I was free to make them as grotesque and amazing as possible-- my act of rebellion.

Four years later I continue to make these crazy confections and still obsess over color and pattern. This series continues to comment on my intense desire to strive for perfection and beauty, while embracing the absurdity of the results. The industry of do- it- yourself divas remains strong in television, magazines and books. It's a fantasy world where entertaining, cooking and decorating unite. It's a place where one must have a beautiful home, decorated seasonally, in order to entertain friends with gourmet meals and elaborately concocted desserts.

As the series continues to evolve, I am adding more handmade elements (as well as confections). Stay tuned for new work this summer

Amy Stevens, 2009

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