Coffee Art Ideas (NEW)

Coffee's not just for drinking anymore. It is literally an art form. Coffee art has two connotations; one is using coffee as the medium to create art while the other one is using coffee as the art. As espresso and cappuccino lovers can attest pulling a good espresso is in itself an art form; however, the newest wave is coffee art. Literally creating art in the foam and milk as it is poured.

Using coffee as the medium with which to create art is not a totally new concept. Artists have been using it as a wash for many years. Now however, they are creating total paintings using it, this requires a special process and most artists are reluctant to reveal their secrets.

Coffee as the Art

Creating coffee art, or latte art, requires coordination. After the perfect espresso is in the mug, it's time to add the milk and create an art piece. The milk has to be poured evenly and consistently as the milk cup or pitcher is shaken back and forth in an even pace.

The trick to making the artwork is to use the stream of pouring milk to draw designs on the top of the coffee. A difficult task to master, but it can be done. Coffee artists compare it to fly fishing. The motions and the steps to create the art have to be perfectly timed in order for it to work.

Coffee art in this aspect is not a piece that can be kept, it will eventually meld together with the espresso, but for the few minutes that it is visible it is simply unique.