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At first glance, you might think you’re looking at a photo of a steaming bowl of noodles or a perfectly toasted sandwich. But look closer, and you’ll realize it’s not food at all — it’s a drawing. Steven Tang, a young artist from Hong Kong, has a way of turning everyday dishes into something hyperrealistic and mouthwatering.

Using nothing but pencils, pastels, or oil paints, he brings out every glossy sheen, crumb, and detail with quiet precision. His work doesn’t just capture how food looks, it captures how it feels to crave it.

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Close-up of a food illustration showing roasted meat, fried egg, and greens in a bowl, part of deceptive food illustrations.

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Incredible talent. And then there are other people who stick their stolen toilets or unmade beds in a gallery and become famous 'artists' for it. Massively unfair.

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    Realistic food illustration showing a bowl of sliced meat and greens with chopsticks and a color pencil nearby.

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    Incredibly realistic. Kudos to you.

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    Bowl of noodles with vegetables and meat in a hyper-realistic, deliciously deceptive food illustration.

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    Illustration of a realistic roasted duck dish with vegetables and egg, showcasing Steven Tang’s deceptive food illustrations.

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    It is just impossible to think that these are drawings!

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    #5

    Hyper-realistic food illustration of clams and vegetables on a plate showcasing deliciously deceptive food art by Steven Tang.

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    Realistic deliciously deceptive food illustration of beef noodles on a white plate by Steven Tang with a colored pencil nearby.

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    Realistic food illustrations showing a detailed dish of eggplants and vegetables in a black bowl by Steven Tang

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    1 year ago

    I just had this for dinner today. One of my favorite dishes.

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    #8

    Realistic deceptive food illustration of beef noodle soup with rich broth on a white plate by Steven Tang

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    Bowl of realistic dumpling noodle soup illustration showcasing deliciously deceptive food art by Steven Tang.

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    Realistic food illustration of a clay pot dish with meat and peppers, showcasing deceptive food art by Steven Tang.

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    Close-up of deliciously deceptive food illustration by Steven Tang showing sauced rolls on a white plate with a pencil for scale.

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    So hangry right now. If a picture can achieve this effect, that is good art!

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    #12

    Realistic food illustration of a bowl of ramen with pork, green onions, and chili sauce by Steven Tang.

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    #13

    Realistic food illustration of thick buttered toast with syrup and coffee, showcasing deliciously deceptive food art by Steven Tang.

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    Hyper-realistic food illustration of a bowl with roasted meat, chicken, and green garnishes by Steven Tang.

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    Hyper-realistic sweet and sour chicken food illustration by Steven Tang with vivid colors and detailed textures on a white plate.

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    Realistic food illustration of noodles, vegetables, and sauce showcasing deceptive food illustrations by Steven Tang.

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    #17

    Hyper-realistic food illustration of a cheese pizza with colored pencils, showcasing Steven Tang’s deliciously deceptive art style.

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    Takeout container with realistic food illustration including chicken drumsticks and vegetables, a deceptive food illustration by Steven Tang.

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    Bowl of noodle soup with a duck leg and sliced meat, showcasing deliciously deceptive food illustrations by Steven Tang.

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    Illustration of a bowl of noodle soup with sliced meat, vegetables, and broth showcasing deceptive food illustrations by Steven Tang

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    Hyper-realistic food illustration of fried egg and luncheon meat with noodles, showcasing deliciously deceptive food art style.

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    #22

    A deceptive food illustration of a bowl of noodle soup with fish, fish balls, and green onions by Steven Tang.

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    #23

    Realistic food illustration of shrimp noodles with vegetables, showcasing deceptive food illustrations by Steven Tang on a white plate.

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    Hyper-realistic food illustration of crab and noodles showcasing Steven Tang’s deliciously deceptive food art style.

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    #25

    Realistic food illustration of a cheesy baked dish next to a colored pencil, showcasing Steven Tang’s deceptive artwork style.

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    #26

    Three realistic egg tart illustrations on a plate showcasing Steven Tang’s deliciously deceptive food art style

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    #27

    Realistic food illustration by Steven Tang depicting colorful vegetables and tofu in a paper-lined bowl with chopsticks.

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    #28

    Realistic food illustration of a waffle sandwich made with syrup, showcasing deliciously deceptive food art by Steven Tang.

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    Realistic food illustration of a buttered bread roll and bubble tea, showcasing Steven Tang’s deliciously deceptive food art.

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    Bowl of noodle soup with mushrooms and green onions, a deliciously deceptive food illustration by Steven Tang.

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