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Technique + Imagination

September 16, 2014 by Allison Kelleher 6 Comments

Today is the start of a new mini series all about cake artistry!  Three of our contributors teamed up on a project conceived to challenge each other while inspiring all of us.  We talk about inspiration and techniques all the time here on The Cake Blog.  But how do you take those concepts and translate them into your own cake designs?  It’s a process that every cake designer must go through, time and time again, as they build their skill set and define their own personal style.  Because really, cake artistry starts with a solid foundation of technique and then blooms with imagination and creativity.

So let’s join Allison Kelleher, Erin Gardner and Erica OBrien as they each design a cake incorporating the other’s signature techniques.  Each of these talented ladies learned a new technique or two from watching the other’s online cake classes at Craftsy (all three participants are Craftsy Instructors!).  Then each artist set about creating a cake that was true to her own design aesthetic while incorporating the newly learned skills.  United by the Pantone Fall 2014 color palette, the end result is three gorgeous cakes, each with distinct personality and style, yet built upon the same techniques.

Artistry is rooted in technique and blooms with imagination

First up is Allison Kelleher….

I absolutely loved working on this collaboration with Erin and Erica.  We have similar aesthetics, but we use different techniques – it was definitely a fun challenge for me!

Pantone Fall 2014 Stripes | by AK Cake Design for TheCakeBlog.com

After I watched both videos, I knew exactly which technique I wanted to pull from each class.  I rarely do horizontal stripes, but Erin’s method was so easy to follow and execute – they turned out perfectly!  And Erica’s signature bow was a given.  Again, the instructions were flawless and the included templates were perfect.  I was so happy with the result.

Pantone Fall 2014 Stripes | by AK Cake Design for TheCakeBlog.com

When it came to my own techniques, I went for a very light touch.  I incorporated my embedded stripes within the bow – along with my dry painting method to add highlights.  My overall design is also closely related to my Craftsy Zig Zag Cake – with two patterned tiers resting on a solid foundation.

Pantone Fall 2014 Stripes | by AK Cake Design for TheCakeBlog.com

Pantone Fall 2014 Stripes | by AK Cake Design for TheCakeBlog.com

Pantone Fall 2014 Stripes | by AK Cake Design for TheCakeBlog.com

When I look at the three cakes we created – using the same color palette and the same class materials, I find it absolutely fascinating how differently they turned out. Each cake really showcases what is possible when you combine technique + imagination.

Catch Erin’s and Erica’s cakes coming throughout the week!

VENDORS & CREDITS
Cake  :  Allison Kelleher of AK Cake Design
Photography :  Lara Ferroni
Learn More : Allison Kelleher’s Cake Class online at Craftsy

 

And as an extra bonus…. Craftsy is having their Big Fall Sale!!
That means All 77 cake decorating classes are all on sale!!

Sale!  Up to 50% Off Craftsy Cake Decorating Classes | Learn cake decorating online at Craftsy

Up to 50% off online Cake Decorating Classes at Craftsy.com

The best part about these classes is that they’re online and available whenever you are.  You can watch classes at home or even on the go with your iPhone or iPad.  Squeeze a session in and around your busy schedule and then pick up where you left off later.  Before you know it, you’ve built a whole new set of skills, while learning from the best of the best.  With proven techniques and an an easy to follow format, there’s no better time to learn something new!

This big Craftsy Sale ends Monday, September 22, 2014 at 11:59 PM MT.  Snag your class HERE, before it’s too late!

Craftsy is an affiliate partner of The Cake Blog.

September 16, 2014 by Allison Kelleher

Allison Kelleher , CONTRIBUTOR

Allison Kelleher is the owner + baker at AK Cake Design in Portland, OR. She loves color, pattern, texture, and all things sweet. Read more about Allison on her bio page

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Comments

  1. Omolara says

    September 16, 2014 at 8:00 pm

    This is so gorgeous! Allison you’re always an inspiration to me, wish i could work with you on a cake project. Thumbs up.

    Reply
    • Allison Kelleher says

      September 17, 2014 at 1:42 am

      Aww. . . thank you so very much for your kind words 🙂

      Reply
  2. Kate says

    September 16, 2014 at 11:12 pm

    I have gone a few cakes like the one above, but your lines are so straight and flat! Love the colors and the simplicity of it! Beautiful cake.

    Reply
    • Allison Kelleher says

      September 17, 2014 at 1:44 am

      So sweet! Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Bill Watson says

    September 29, 2014 at 8:52 am

    Nice cake artistry Allison, Erin and Erica.

    This can make a good groom’s cake if crowned with a good groom’s cake topper.

    There are some really good grooms cake toppers on groomscakeadvisor.com

    Reply

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