Painted Turtle Cake

2011 - National Capital Area Cake Show, Annadale, VA.

  • 1st Place with Special Techniques, Master’s Division
A sculpted cake figurine of a black-capped chickadee perches on a gnarled branch, accompanied by a painted turtle and strawberry plants against a dark background.
A sculpted cake diorama depicts three painted turtles basking on a log in a pond, surrounded by lily pads, koi fish, and a bird perched on a branch.
A detailed diorama depicts three painted turtles basking on a log surrounded by lily pads, koi fish, and a small bird perched on a branch.
Three sculpted cake turtles with vibrant red and yellow markings rest on a textured log surrounded by lily pads, greenery, and small red berries.