Cake and Lobster by Martha Rich

Artist Martha Rich paints a variety of subjects — from inspirational women and vintage underwear ads, to the aforemetioned cake and lobster. But regardless of the subject, her paintings always show a signature style that is steeped in sarcasm, while celebrating the ridiculous.

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The Art of The Tomato: The Tomato Art Fest by Meg and Bret MacFadyen

What began as a simple celebration of art and the summer tomato, The Tomato Art Fest has become one of the most popular annual events in Nashville. Started by Meg and Bret MacFadyen of Art and Invention Gallery, the daylong and costume-friendly festival includes live music, fun events for adults and children, and of course a Bloody Mary contest.

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Foods And Nudes by Alexis Petruso

The link between food and sex is undeniable. But if science doesn’t do it for you, one need look no further than the work of Dallas-based artist Alexis Petruso. In her series of oil pastels, Foods & Nudes, Alexis deliberately separates the two concepts, only to reveal how strong that link actually is.

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