Wayne Thiebaud is known for color rich images of cakes, pies, and other tasty treats. His use of color is inspired by what he sees, but not limited to what he sees. The use of colors based on the desire of the artist, and not on what is visually present is called, arbitrary color.
Wayne Thiebaud, oil on canvas
Wayne Thiebaud, Cupcakes, oil on canvas, 1971
Wayne Thiebaud, Landscape, oil on canvas, 2004
Wayne Thiebaud, Cakes, 1963, oil on canvas, 60 x 72 inches, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
Wayne Thiebaud, Ponds and Streams, oil on canvas, 2001
Wayne Thiebaud, Two Flavors (Ice Cream Cone), oil on canvas, 2003
