What does Tromp L'oeil mean anyways???
Tromp L'oeil, derived from French origins, means to "deceive the eye".  In art it is a visual illusion; especially as used to trick the eye into perceiving a painted detail as a three-dimensional object.  This is also found in texture and exterior application in three-dimensional art work.  
What is a Vessel, anyways???
A vessel is any type of hollow container.  Vessels are often used to hold liquid, such as a bowl or cask.
Your Art Challenge:
Create a hand-built ceramic vessel that depicts a food of some type.  Use the idea of "Tromp L'oeil" to "deceive the eye" that your ceramic vessel is actual food.
Project Criteria
  • Must resemble the food in realism
  • Textures must work with the intent = no unwanted cracks rough edges, sharp corners, bumps, etc.  
  • Must be finished in stain application and under-glaze at bisque stage.
  • Must be a lidded vessel - must be able to store liquid or solids and be covered by a lid.
  • Finishing textures should communicate intent:  Glass (glaze) = glossy surface.  No glass (glaze) = matte surface
Examples of Tromp L'oeil found in Ceramics